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Summary An idyllic 1950s married couple faces social taboos of homosexuality and interracial relationships -- but at great cost.

Directed By: Todd Haynes

Written By: Todd Haynes

Far From Heaven
Metascore Universal Acclaim Based on 37 Critic Reviews
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84
User Score Generally Favorable Based on 64 User Ratings
7.7
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Summary An idyllic 1950s married couple faces social taboos of homosexuality and interracial relationships -- but at great cost.

Directed By: Todd Haynes

Written By: Todd Haynes

Where to Watch

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Metascore
Universal Acclaim Based on 37 Critic Reviews
84
92% Positive
34 Reviews
3% Mixed
1 Review
5% Negative
2 Reviews

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Metascore
Universal Acclaim Based on 37 Critic Reviews
84
92% Positive
34 Reviews
3% Mixed
1 Review
5% Negative
2 Reviews

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User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 64 User Ratings
7.7
78% Positive
50 Ratings
16% Mixed
10 Ratings
6% Negative
4 Ratings

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User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 64 User Ratings
7.7
78% Positive
50 Ratings
16% Mixed
10 Ratings
6% Negative
4 Ratings

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Production Company Focus Features, Vulcan Productions, Killer Films, John Wells Productions, Section Eight, Clear Blue Sky Productions, TF1 International, USA Films
Release Date Nov 8, 2002
Duration 1 h 47 m
Rating PG-13
Tagline What imprisons desires of the heart?
Golden Globes, USA
4 Nominations
Academy Awards, USA
4 Nominations
Online Film & Television Association
• 3 Wins & 12 Nominations