Rams
Rams

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Rams

2020
Movie
119 min
English

In remote Western Australia, two estranged farmer brothers, Colin and Les, are at war. But when Les' prize ram is diagnosed with a rare and lethal illness, authorities order a purge of every sheep in the valley—so the brothers must work together to reunite their family, save their herd, and bring their community back together.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users78%
Director: Grímur HákonarsonGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a remote Icelandic valley, two estranged brothers, Gummi and Kiddi, live separate lives tending their prize-winning sheep. A deadly sheep disease threatens their flocks and their livelihoods, forcing them to confront their long-standing feud and work together to save their heritage. The brothers must overcome their stubbornness and the isolation of their community to find a way to combat the disease and preserve their way of life.

Critical Reception

Rams received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique premise, dry humor, and poignant exploration of brotherhood and rural life. Audiences also connected with its understated charm and authentic portrayal of Icelandic culture.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dry wit and unique, melancholic portrayal of rural life.

  • Appreciated for its authentic depiction of Icelandic culture and sibling rivalry.

  • Noted for its slow-burn narrative and understated emotional depth.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a charming and character-driven story, particularly enjoying the depiction of the brothers' relationship and the picturesque Icelandic setting. Some found the pacing a bit slow, but overall, it was considered a touching and memorable film.

Awards & Accolades

Selected as the Icelandic entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards, screened at various international film festivals.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Grímur Hákonarson, spent several years observing sheep farmers in Iceland to authentically capture the atmosphere and challenges of their way of life.

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'Rams' will be remembered for being released in the 2020 climate, originally due out at the end of August before being pushed back to mid-September, then after literally being moved to every Thursday in October, winding up at the end of the...