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Fatherland
1994·Movie
·1h 46min·
Fatherland fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
History, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
Fictional account of what might have happened if Hitler had won the war. It is now the 1960s and Germany's war crimes have so far been kept a secret. Hitler wants to talk peace with the US president. An American journalist and a German homicide cop stumble into a plot to destroy all evidence of the genocide.
Alternate HistoryPolitical ThrillerCrime InvestigationWorld War IIDystopianMysterySatiricalIntrigue
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Questions about Fatherland
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Fatherland worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Fatherland rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Fatherland?
1 h 46 min
Fatherland runs 1 h 46 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Fatherland?
Critics50
Audiences58
Not quite. Audiences rate Fatherland higher (58) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Fatherland in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Fatherland?
5
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Fatherland in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Fatherland use?
He Knows Too MuchArtistic License – HistoryNarrator All AlongHistorical Domain CharacterDisconnected by DeathMetaphorically TrueEarn Your Happy EndingAdaptation DistillationArmor-Piercing QuestionAdaptational Nice GuyLa RésistanceRichard Nixon, the Used Car Salesmanand 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Fatherland, including He Knows Too Much, Artistic License – History, Narrator All Along.