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CODA (2021)

โ€œEvery family has its own language.โ€

7.9/10 ยท 2,691 votes 1h 52m pg-13 RomanceDramaMusic

#9 of 248 films from 2021 #65 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Sian Heder ยท Written by Sian Heder

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Overview

As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Ruby is the only hearing person in her deaf family. When the family's fishing business is threatened, Ruby finds herself torn between pursuing her love of music and her fear of abandoning her parents.

Cast

Emilia Jonesas Ruby Rossi
Marlee Matlinas Jackie Rossi
Troy Kotsuras Frank Rossi
Eugenio Derbezas Bernardo Villalobos
Ferdia Walsh-Peeloas Miles
Daniel Durantas Leo Rossi
Amy Forsythas Gertie
Kevin Chapmanas Brady
John Fioreas Tony Salgado
Lonnie Farmeras Arthur
Courtland Jonesas Ms. Simon
Molly B. Thomasas Audra
Ayana Brownas Guidance Counselor
Jason Pugatchas Doctor

Facts

Release dateAugust 13, 2021
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) โ€” about the same as the 2021 average of 110 min
GenresRomance, Drama, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
Box office$1,905,058 (0.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt10366460

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Questions

How long is CODA?
CODA runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is CODA worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.9/10 across 2,691 votes, which places it #9 of 248 films released in 2021 in this index (top 97%) and #65 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed CODA?
CODA was directed by Sian Heder. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Tallulah (2016).
Who stars in CODA?
Emilia Jones as Ruby Rossi; Marlee Matlin as Jackie Rossi; Troy Kotsur as Frank Rossi; Eugenio Derbez as Bernardo Villalobos; Ferdia Walsh-Peelo as Miles; Daniel Durant as Leo Rossi.
What is CODA rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for CODA?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/24998.

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