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Far from Heaven

2002 · Movie · PG-13 · 107 min · ★ 7.1 · 86% critics

DramaRomance

Set in 1950s Connecticut, a housewife’s carefully arranged life is thrown into turmoil after a marital crisis. As social tensions rise, her relationships and community standing begin to fracture.

Also known as Loin du paradis

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Details
Years
2002
Release date
2002-11-08
Language
English
Rated
PG-13
Runtime
107 min
Critic score
86/100
TMDB rating
7.1/10 (676 votes)
About

If you like stylish 1950s-inspired dramas that tackle racism and sexuality with emotional punch, you’ll likely enjoy this film; Not for you if you want lighter entertainment or a more conventional, less sobering story, and if you’re seeking something closer in tone to Carol or Away from Her.

Pros: period look; powerful performances; emotional tension | Cons: heavy subject matter; sometimes frustrating pacing; not for all tastes

Themes

  • husband wife relationship
  • housewife
  • botanist
  • connecticut
  • interracial relationship
  • male homosexuality
  • relationship
  • suburb
  • questioning
  • 1950s
  • people
  • thoughtful
  • +5 more

Awards & recognition

  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Supporting Male · 2003
  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Director · 2003
  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Female Lead · 2003
  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Cinematography · 2003
  • London Film Critics Circle Award — Actress of the Year · 2003
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  • Satellite Award — Best Director · 2003
  • Satellite Award — Best Film · 2003
  • Broadcast Film Critics Association Award — Best Actress · 2002
  • Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award — Best Actress · 2002
  • National Board of Review Award — Best Actress · 2002
  • National Society of Film Critics Award — Best Cinematography · 2002
  • National Society of Film Critics Award — Best Supporting Actress · 2002
  • New York Film Critics Circle Award — Best Director · 2002
  • New York Film Critics Circle Award — Best Film · 2002
  • Online Film Critics Society Award — Best Costume Design · 2002
  • San Francisco Film Critics Circle Award — Best Director · 2002
  • Toronto Film Critics Association Award — Best Actress · 2002
  • National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
  • Academy Award — Best Actress · 2003 · nominated
  • Academy Award — Best Writing, Original Screenplay · 2003 · nominated
  • Academy Award — Best Cinematography · 2003 · nominated
  • Academy Award — Best Original Score · 2003 · nominated
  • GLAAD Media Award — Outstanding Film – Wide Release · 2003 · nominated
  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Supporting Male · 2003 · nominated
  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Female Lead · 2003 · nominated
  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Director · 2003 · nominated
  • Independent Spirit Award — Best Cinematography · 2003 · nominated
  • Satellite Award — Best Actress – Motion Picture · 2003 · nominated
  • Satellite Award — Best Original Screenplay · 2003 · nominated
  • Satellite Award — Best Film · 2003 · nominated
  • Satellite Award — Best Cinematography · 2003 · nominated
  • Satellite Award — Best Director · 2003 · nominated
  • Screen Actors Guild Award — Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role · 2003 · nominated
  • Screen Actors Guild Award — Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role · 2003 · nominated
  • Writers Guild of America Award — Best Original Screenplay · 2003 · nominated
  • American Society of Cinematographers Award — Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography in Theatrical Releases · 2002 · nominated
  • Broadcast Film Critics Association Award — Best Film · 2002 · nominated
  • Broadcast Film Critics Association Award — Best Actress · 2002 · nominated
  • European Film Award — Best Non-European Film · 2002 · nominated
  • Golden Globe Award — Best Original Score · 2002 · nominated
  • Golden Globe Award — Best Screenplay · 2002 · nominated
  • Golden Globe Award — Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama · 2002 · nominated
  • Golden Globe Award — Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture · 2002 · nominated
  • National Society of Film Critics Award — Best Cinematography · 2002 · nominated
  • National Society of Film Critics Award — Best Supporting Actress · 2002 · nominated
  • Online Film Critics Society Award — Best Costume Design · 2002 · nominated

Cast & crew

Directed by Todd Haynes