Eternity and a Day Review (1998) — 85% Celluloid Score
Directed by Theo Angelopoulos · 1998 ·
Is Eternity and a Day worth watching?
Yes. Eternity and a Day (1998) earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Μια αιωνιότητα και μια μέρα La eternidad y un día L'Éternité et Un Jour Die Ewigkeit und ein Tag A Eternidade e Um Dia 永遠と一日 영원과 하루 永恒和一日
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Wavve in South Korea. Check local listings for your region.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (94/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (86/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- Celluloid Score 85% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
Not ideal for
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Is Eternity and a Day worth watching?
Yes — Eternity and a Day earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick.
Celluloid verdict
Eternity and a Day — Palme d'Or at Cannes 1998. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Eternity and a Day about?
Famous writer Alexander contracts a terminal illness. He receives a letter from his wife describing a summer day 30 years ago, and leaves his seaside home to remember his past. This journey will allow him to wander between the past and the present, and encounter unexpected people, allowing him to collect unforgettable memories in the final moments of his life.
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Eternity and a Day: frequently asked questions
Is Eternity and a Day worth watching?
Yes. Eternity and a Day (1998) has a Celluloid Score of 85%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Eternity and a Day?
Elsewhere: Wavve in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Eternity and a Day?
Eternity and a Day runs 2 hours 13 minutes (133 minutes).
What is Eternity and a Day rated?
Eternity and a Day is rated ALL in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Eternity and a Day?
Eternity and a Day is directed by Theo Angelopoulos and stars Bruno Ganz, Fabrizio Bentivoglio, Isabelle Renauld, Achileas Skevis, Alexandra Ladikou.
What is the Metascore for Eternity and a Day?
Metacritic's Metascore for Eternity and a Day is 86 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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