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Bridegroom (2013): Ratings

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Bridegroom is a 2013 documentary directed by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason. Critics gave it 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 85 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.0/10.

IMDb rating
8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes
85%
Metascore
85
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Bridegroom (2013) movie poster
Released
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Bridegroom About?

The premise of Bridegroom without spoilers.

This documentary tells the heartbreaking story of Shane and Tom, whose loving relationship is abruptly ended by Shane's accidental death. The film follows Shane and Tom’s families and friends as they grapple with the profound loss and the legal and emotional complexities that arise in the absence of marriage equality. Through their experiences, the film poignantly examines the devastating impact of losing a partner and powerfully advocates for marriage equality and human rights.

Bridegroom Themes & Keywords

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  • singing
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Crew

The Director of Bridegroom

Directed by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason.

Ratings

Bridegroom Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Bridegroom 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 85 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.0/10.

Videos

Bridegroom Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

BRIDEGROOM TRAILER
  • Trailer Bridegroom - Trailer
Details

Bridegroom Also Known As

8 alternative titles, including “再见我的新郎” and “Bridegroom: An American Love Story”.

Also known as
  • 再见我的新郎
  • Bridegroom: An American Love Story
  • Bridegroom: A Love Story
  • Unequaled
  • 再见,我的新郎
  • Том и Шейн
  • Noivos: Uma história de amor
  • 브라이드그룸

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FAQ

Bridegroom FAQ: Release Date, Director & Post-Credit Scene

Release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of Bridegroom, each answered in a sentence.

When was Bridegroom released?

Bridegroom was released on October 4, 2013.

Who directed Bridegroom?

Bridegroom was directed by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason.

How is Bridegroom rated?

Bridegroom has 8.0/10 on IMDb, 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, 85 on Metacritic and 74% on TMDB.

Does Bridegroom have a post-credit scene?

No. Bridegroom has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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