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The Legend of 1900 fingerprint
Stunning style, big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle7
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Deeply moving and awe-inspiring
Much of it is about growing up.
- Pathos9
- Wonder9
- Melancholy8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Absurdist Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Show business, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout direction, characters, and performances
- Direction9
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
Style
Standout score and cinematography
- Music Composition10
- Music Centrality10
- Cinematography9
Energy
MediumSpectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Legend of 1900 is spectacular. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and awe-inspiring
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, awe-inspiring, and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighShow business, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around show business, history, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighStandout direction, characters, and performances
The direction, characters, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Style
Very highStandout score and cinematography
Look and sound: the score and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition10Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality10The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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An epic story of a man who could do anything... except be ordinary
Musician Max Tooney goes to sell his prized Conn trumpet to a music shop, where he plays the instrument one last time. The shopkeeper recognises the song as one on a record matrix he found and asks who the piece is by. Tooney tells the story of an infant found abandoned in the first class dining room of the four-stacker ocean-liner SS Virginian on 1 January 1900. Danny Boodman, a coal-man from the boiler room, names the boy Danny Boodman T. D. Lemon 1900, after himself, the fruit crate the boy was found in, and the year, and raises him as his own.
Musical DramaPoetic FablePeriod PieceExistential JourneyCharacter StudyMelancholic RomanceOcean Liner SettingVirtuoso PerformanceVisually EvocativeComing-of-Age
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Is The Legend of 1900 worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 58%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Legend of 1900 rated?
R
It's rated R in the United States.
How long is The Legend of 1900?
2 h 50 min
The Legend of 1900 runs 2 h 50 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Legend of 1900?
Critics58
Audiences84
Not quite. Audiences rate The Legend of 1900 higher (84) than critics (58). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was The Legend of 1900 a box office hit?
Budget$9 million
Box office$21 million
Yes. It cost about $9 million to make and earned $21 million worldwide, 2.3 times its budget.
What language is The Legend of 1900 in?
ItalianEnglishFrench
It was made in Italian, with some English, French. Produced in Italy.
In how many countries can I watch The Legend of 1900?
16
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What tropes does The Legend of 1900 use?
Bittersweet EndingRace LiftStunned SilenceArrogant Kung-Fu GuyHistorical Domain CharacterOnly Known by Their Nickname
TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for The Legend of 1900, including Bittersweet Ending, Race Lift, Stunned Silence.