The Squid and the Whale 2005
“Joint custody blows.”
What is The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale is a film first released in 2005. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 81 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 5, 2005
- Studios
- Original Media, American Empirical Pictures, Peter Newman/Interal
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~81 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Original Media, American Empirical Pictures, Peter Newman/Interal
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Overview
The Squid and the Whale is a film first released in 2005. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Original Media, American Empirical Pictures, Peter Newman/Interal. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A semi-autobiographical look at two brothers navigating their parents' divorce in 1980s Brooklyn.”
- Touching portrayal of family upheaval
- Blend of humor and serious drama
- Based on the director’s real childhood experiences
- Emotionally intense scenes may affect sensitive viewers
Watch it if you appreciate nuanced family dramas that balance humor with heartbreak.
The film explores divorce and adult conflict, making it more suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the central story of the film?
It follows two young boys in Brooklyn as they cope with their parents' divorce in the 1980s.
Is the story based on real events?
Yes, it is semi‑autobiographical, drawn from Noah Baumbach’s own childhood experiences.
When does the film take place?
The narrative is set in the mid‑1980s, specifically around 1986.
Who are some of the main cast members?
The film features Laura Linney, Jesse Eisenberg, and Anna Paquin among the cast.
What tone does the movie have?
It combines touching drama with darkly comic moments, creating an intimate coming‑of‑age portrait.
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