5.6
8 ½ Women fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and cringe comedy
- Dark Humor9
- Cringe Humor7
- Absurdist Humor7
World
The mind and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of dark humor and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighThe mind and society
Its world is built around the mind and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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Questions about 8 ½ Women
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Is 8 ½ Women worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 41%, and Metacritic 36). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is 8 ½ Women rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is 8 ½ Women?
2 h 1 min
8 ½ Women runs 2 h 1 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on 8 ½ Women?
Not quite. Audiences rate 8 ½ Women higher (67) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was 8 ½ Women a box office hit?
No. It cost about $6 million to make and earned $437,568 worldwide, 7% of its budget.
What language is 8 ½ Women in?
It was made in English, with some Italian, Japanese, Latin. Produced in Germany, United Kingdom, Luxembourg, Netherlands.
In how many countries can I watch 8 ½ Women?
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for 8 ½ Women in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.