Sweet Thing
2020, English. Directed by Alexandre Rockwell.
For Billie and Nico, life with their father is a roller-coaster ride of playfulness and unease. When he is in the grip of alcohol, tears flow and their apparently idyllic family life collapses. Their mostly absent and irresponsible mother is not much help either. But their friendship with Malik, a boy of Billie’s age, frees them from their shackles. Together they embark on a journey full of intense moments of freedom. The colourful, emotional world of the three young people is depicted in kaleidoscopic black and white imagery, which opens space for their own notions of childhood. Alexandre Rockwell's tale portrays a profound sense of solidarity and deep love: for cinema and Billie Holiday, and also for risk and adventure.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Details
- Released
- 22 October 2020
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alexandre Rockwell
- Budget
- $150K
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How long is Sweet Thing?
Sweet Thing runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
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Sweet Thing parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sweet Thing is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sweet Thing on?
Sweet Thing 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.)
What movies are like Sweet Thing?
If you liked Sweet Thing, try C'mon C'mon, The Keys of the Kingdom, A Streetcar Named Desire.
Who directed Sweet Thing?
Sweet Thing (2020) was directed by Alexandre Rockwell and stars Lana Rockwell, Nico Rockwell, Will Patton.