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A Day and a Half 2023

A father's attempts at reconciliation take a dangerous turn when he hijacks a medical center, holding his estranged wife hostage. During a tense standoff, long-held secrets surface and the loyalties of those involved are put to the test. The situation escalates as the minutes pass, forcing everyone to confront difficult truths about family and love.

A father's attempts at reconciliation take a dangerous turn when he hijacks a medical center, holding his estranged wife hostage. During a tense standoff, long-held secrets surface and the loyalties of those involved are put to the test. The situation escalates as the minutes pass, forcing everyone to confront difficult truths about family and love.

Does A Day and a Half have end credit scenes?

No!

A Day and a Half does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Ratings and Reviews for A Day and a Half

See how A Day and a Half is rated across major platforms like IMDb, Metacritic, and TMDb. Compare audience scores and critic reviews to understand where A Day and a Half stands among top-rated movies in its genre.


Echo Score

The Movie Echo Score

69

Overall, A Day and a Half offers a thought‑provoking drama that leans toward positive reception despite pockets of criticism. Critics highlight the film’s shifting moral landscape and Fares' competent direction, while some note a resigned tone and a banal thriller feel. Viewers commend the moving performances and realistic tension, though a few find the ending anticlimactic and certain characters unsympathetic. The net impression is that the film succeeds in depth and emotional resonance, though it does not uniformly excel across all elements.

The Movie Echo Score Breakdown for A Day and a Half

78
Echo Score

Art & Craft

In terms of direction and visual craftsmanship, the film is generally well regarded. Critics note a rhythmic flow that avoids brusque chase sequences and praise Fares' strength behind the camera. Some reviewers mention a resigned tonal quality, suggesting occasional inconsistency. Overall, the art and craft demonstrate competent execution with occasional stylistic lapses.

72
Echo Score

Character & Emotion

Character work receives predominantly positive feedback, especially for Alexes Manvelov's nuanced portrayal of Antan and the overall strong performances noted by users. The emotional depth and relational dynamics are praised, while one user criticizes the characters as unsympathetic. The combined sentiment points to solid acting and resonant character moments tempered by isolated concerns about likability.

65
Echo Score

Story & Flow

The narrative structure is viewed as engaging yet uneven. Critics appreciate the shifting moral lines and emotional storytelling, whereas a negative review calls the plot banal. Users describe realistic tension but also label parts melodramatic and the ending anticlimactic. Consequently, the story is considered compelling in concept but hindered by pacing and occasional predictability.

60
Echo Score

Sensory Experience

Sensory elements such as pacing rhythm and tonal shifts are mentioned positively, though specific commentary on sound design or score is scarce. Critics refer to an appropriate rhythm that avoids jarring chase scenes, suggesting a measured auditory and visual approach. The limited feedback leads to a neutral assessment of the sensory experience.

68
Echo Score

Rewatch Factor

Rewatch potential appears moderate to favorable. Several viewers label the film as one of the best they've seen recently and highlight its realistic, thought‑provoking nature, indicating lasting appeal. Some critique the anticlimactic conclusion, which may temper repeat viewings. Overall, the film offers enough depth and emotional impact to merit future viewings for many audiences.

Rotten Tomatoes
review

83%

TOMATOMETER

review

56%

User Score

Letterboxd

2.7

Movie Insider

3.89/5

From 9 fan ratings

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A Day and a Half Other Names and Titles

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En dag og en halv Un día y medio Półtora dnia 하루 반의 시간 Um Dia e Meio หนึ่งวันครึ่ง Півтора дня Un Jour et demi Un giorno e mezzo 1日半 危情一日半 Den a půl יום וחצי Egy és fél nap Eineinhalb Tage Bir Buçuk Gün Một Ngày Rưỡi Dan i pol Μιάμιση Μέρα 關鍵一日半 Полтора дня Un jour et demi

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