

Basic Human Needs
2015, English. Directed by Matthew Yim.
A young couple's plan to escape their small hometown is stalled when a lost condom forces them to reexamine their relationship.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 3 December 2015
- Written by
- Matthew Yim
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How long is Basic Human Needs?
Basic Human Needs runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
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Which OTT platform is Basic Human Needs on?
Basic Human Needs isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
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Who directed Basic Human Needs?
Basic Human Needs (2015) was directed by Matthew Yim and stars Laura Abramsen, Matthew Yim, Natalie Lazarou.