A Separation Review (2011) — 91% Celluloid Score
Directed by Asghar Farhadi · 2011 ·
Is A Separation worth watching?
Yes. A Separation (2011) earns a 91% Celluloid Score. That makes it a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. Critics (99%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (92%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as جدایی نادر از سیمین La Separación Nader y Simin. Una separación Une séparation Nader und Simin - eine Trennung A Separação 別離 씨민과 나데르의 별거
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Hulu
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Where to watch A Separation by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | KlikFilm |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
| United States | Hulu |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (99/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (92%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (95/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.3/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.3/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
Not ideal for
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Is A Separation worth watching?
Yes — A Separation earns a 91% Celluloid Score. That makes it a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick.
Celluloid verdict
A Separation — Golden Bear at Berlinale 2011. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics (99%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (92%).
What is A Separation about?
A married couple are faced with a difficult decision - to improve the life of their child by moving to another country or to stay in Iran and look after a deteriorating parent who has Alzheimer's disease.
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A Separation: frequently asked questions
Is A Separation worth watching?
Yes. A Separation (2011) has a Celluloid Score of 91%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch A Separation?
In the United States, A Separation streams on Hulu with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: KlikFilm in Indonesia; U-NEXT in Japan; TV+, HBO Max in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is A Separation?
A Separation runs 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).
What is A Separation rated?
A Separation is rated PG-13 in the United States, PG in the UK, PG in Australia, 12 in South Korea and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in A Separation?
A Separation is directed by Asghar Farhadi and stars Leila Hatami, Payman Maadi, Sareh Bayat, Sarina Farhadi, Shahab Hosseini.
What is the Metascore for A Separation?
Metacritic's Metascore for A Separation is 95 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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