Andres Gomez
5/10A movie that wants to mean more than what is actually telling. Taking a lot of things borrowed from 2001, it doesn't even come close to have such a deep an interesting meaning.
Reviewed on November 29, 2013
The Tree of Life(2011)
Nothing stands still.
6.7(3,409)2h 19m2011-05-17
DramaFantasy
The Tree of Life Synopsis
The impressionistic story of a Texas family in the 1950s. The film follows the life journey of the eldest son, Jack, through the innocence of childhood to his disillusioned adult years as he tries to reconcile a complicated relationship with his father. Jack finds himself a lost soul in the modern world, seeking answers to the origins and meaning of life while questioning the existence of faith.
The Tree of Life (2011) is a drama and fantasy film directed by Terrence Malick, released on May 17, 2011 with a runtime of 2h 19m. It stars Brad Pitt, Jessica Chastain, Hunter McCracken and Sean Penn. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 3,409 ratings.
- Director:
- Terrence Malick
- Writers:
- Terrence Malick
- Producers:
- Brad Pitt, Bill Pohlad, Sarah Green
- Cinematographer:
- Emmanuel Lubezki
- Composer:
- Alexandre Desplat
- Production:
- River Road Entertainment
- Budget:
- $32,000,000
- Revenue:
- $54,700,000
- Status:
- Released
The Tree of Life (2011) Trailer
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The Tree of Life Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for The Tree of Life.
Official Trailer
Trailer
Celebrating 15 Years
Teaser
THE TREE OF LIFE: "Lived It"
Clip
THE TREE OF LIFE: "You Spoke To Me"
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THE TREE OF LIFE: "Help Each Other"
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The Tree of Life - Brahms
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The Tree of Life - Gone to the Dogs
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THE TREE OF LIFE: "Hit Me"
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The Tree of Life Cast & Crew
Main cast
Brad Pitt
as Mr. O'Brien
Jessica Chastain
as Mrs. O'Brien
Hunter McCracken
as Young Jack
Sean Penn
as Jack
Fiona Shaw
as Grandmother
Tye Sheridan
as Steve
- Laramie Eppler
Laramie Eppler
as R.L.
Will Wallace
as Architect
- Nicolas Gonda
Nicolas Gonda
as Mr. Reynolds
- Jessica Fuselier
Jessica Fuselier
as Guide
- Kelly Koonce
Kelly Koonce
as Father Haynes
- Bryce Boudoin
Bryce Boudoin
as Robert
Key crew
Directed by Terrence Malick, written by Terrence Malick, produced by Brad Pitt, Bill Pohlad and Sarah Green.
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The Tree of Life Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 3,409 ratings.
CRCulver
6/10Terrence Malick's <i>The Tree of Life</i> is an attempt to inject some cosmic wonder into the most mundane American story. In the 1950s, two parents bring up three boys in an American white middle-class, small-town existence. The mother (Jessica Chastain) radiates love and warmth, while the father (Brad Pitt) feels the obligation to be cold and distant in order to prepare his sons for the cruel world that awaits…
Reviewed on September 1, 2018
Filipe Manuel Neto
4/10**Visually grandiose and made with true technical and artistic mastery, it is a film with difficult and indigestible themes, which will scare the audience with its slowness and tiring atmosphere.** There are films that are made for some audiences and not for most people, the general public. This film is one of them: being what it is, it doesn't even try to capture our sympathy or attention. The film did very well…
Reviewed on June 19, 2022
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The Tree of Life – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Tree of Life online?
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The Tree of Life (2011) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Tree of Life?
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The main cast of The Tree of Life (2011) includes Brad Pitt, Jessica Chastain, Hunter McCracken, Sean Penn and Fiona Shaw. The film was directed by Terrence Malick. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Tree of Life released?
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The Tree of Life was released on May 17, 2011 and runs for 2h 19m.
Is The Tree of Life worth watching?
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The Tree of Life (2011) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 3,409 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and fantasy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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