Ode (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1999, Ode is a drama film directed by Kelly Reichardt, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. "Tallahatchie Bridge": With those two simple words, the powerful images of a lost innocence, a murky river and a mysterious suicide spring to mind. Scorning the demands of her overbearing family, Bobbie Lee Hartley and Billy Joe McAllister meet at their usual Choctaw Ridge trysting place and attempt to consumate their forbidden love. Ode attempts to reconcile modern moralites with a tradition-bound faith, and asks whether it's possible to commit a sin against a religion that won't even have you as a member.
Who’s in it. Ode stars Heather Gottlieb as Bobbie Lee, Kevin Poole as Billy Joe, Jon Wurster as James and Bonnie Johnson as Mrs. Hartley.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Ode has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ode page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ode tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ode (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ode change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ode worth watching?
- Ode holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ode?
- Ode stars Heather Gottlieb, Kevin Poole, Jon Wurster and Bonnie Johnson.
- When was Ode released?
- Ode was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.