The Bigger Picture (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2014, The Bigger Picture is a drama and animation film directed by Daisy Jacobs, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. 'You want to put her in a home; you tell her; tell her now!' hisses one brother to the other. But Mother won't go, and their own lives quickly unravel as she clings to life. Director Daisy Jacobs uses two-metre-high painted characters in full-size sets to tell the stark and darkly humorous tale of caring for an elderly relative. The Bigger Picture is quite simply the most innovative animated short you will see this year.
Who’s in it. The Bigger Picture stars Anne Cunningham and Christopher Nightingale.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Bigger Picture 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 The Bigger Picture page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bigger Picture tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bigger Picture (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bigger Picture change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bigger Picture worth watching?
- The Bigger Picture holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bigger Picture?
- The Bigger Picture stars Anne Cunningham and Christopher Nightingale.
- When was The Bigger Picture released?
- The Bigger Picture was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.