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Being Earnest
2021·Movie
·1h 48min·
Being Earnest fingerprint
Stunning style, high energy.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Deeply romantic and uplifting
Much of it is about family.
- Romance9
- Hopefulness9
- Nostalgia8
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy6
World
History, family, and pop culture
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout dialogue and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Standout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition9
- Visual Stylization9
Energy
HighFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Being Earnest is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
HighDeeply romantic and uplifting
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, uplifting, and nostalgic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and situational comedy
Expect plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, family, and pop culture
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around history, family, and pop culture. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue and performances
The dialogue and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
Very highStandout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score, visual style, and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
A Groovy 1960s Musical Take on Wilde’s Most Popular Play. Being Earnest takes place in a mod, 1960’s, Austin Powers-era setting. All of the brilliant wit in Wilde’s most popular play intact in this effervescent musical about two young couples and the societal conventions, over-bearing mothers, and misplaced handbags in railway stations that they must overcome in the course of finding true love. The score is a sparkling homage to 1960’s rock groups such as Herman’s Hermits, The Dave Clark Five, The Rolling Stones, The Seekers, The Hollies, The Lovin’ Spoonful and more.
Musical Comedy1960s Mod StyleOscar Wilde AdaptationWitty DialogueRomantic FarceRetro Pop SoundtrackLighthearted & CharmingHomage to Classic RockTheatrical FunFeel-Good
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How long is Being Earnest?
1 h 48 min
Being Earnest runs 1 h 48 min.
What language is Being Earnest in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.