Once Upon a Time in a Cinema vs Squali
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema has the higher audience score (10/10 against 5.9/10 for Squali). Squali is the older of the two (2025 against 2026). Both are drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
Squali| Once Upon a Time in a Cinema | Squali | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 10.0/10 | ★ 5.9/10 |
| Year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Length | 1h 32m | – |
| Genres | Drama | Drama |
| Country | Ireland | – |
| Director | David Gleeson | Daniele Barbiero |
| Main cast | Colin Morgan, Andrew Bennett, Niamh Cusack, Stanley Townsend, Liam O'Brien | Lorenzo Zurzolo, James Franco, Ginevra Francesconi, Greta Fernández, Stefano Fregni |
Synopsis
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
Earl Clancy, a cinema owner on the edge, battles a series of disasters while juggling personal turmoil and the chaos of a packed Friday night crowd. Told in real time over the course of the movie playing in the cinema.
Squali
19-year-old Max gets a startup incubator opportunity in Rome, disrupting his summer plans with friends. As he navigates the adult world, his friends enjoy carefree youth, prompting Max to rethink his priorities and future desires.
Where to watch
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