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The Tree of Life

2011 · 2h 19m · Released

PG-13 Drama, Fantasy

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.7 The Movie Database
6.8 IMDb
60% Rotten Tomatoes
71 Metacritic

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.

Top Cast & Crew

Terrence Malick Director
Brad Pitt Mr. O'Brien
Jessica Chastain Mrs. O'Brien
Hunter McCracken Young Jack
Sean Penn Jack
Fiona Shaw Grandmother
Tye Sheridan Steve
LE Laramie Eppler R.L.
Will Wallace Architect
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Frequently asked questions about The Tree of Life

What is The Tree of Life about?

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.

What are the ratings for The Tree of Life?

The Tree of Life scores 6.7 on The Movie Database, 6.8 on IMDb, 60% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 71 on Metacritic.

Who stars in The Tree of Life?

The Tree of Life stars Brad Pitt, Jessica Chastain, Hunter McCracken, Sean Penn, and Fiona Shaw.

When did The Tree of Life come out?

The Tree of Life was released in 2011.

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