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The Dreamer
1988·Movie
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score85
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The Dreamer fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle5
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Deeply romantic and wondrous
- Romance9
- Wonder8
- Pathos7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Fantasy
- Novelty8
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting5
- Character Depth4
Style
Standout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition10
- Music Centrality10
- Visual Stylization8
All energy traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumDeeply romantic and wondrous
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, wondrous, and moving.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality1Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure3Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality1Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference10Allusions to other works.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition10Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality10The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing4Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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A musical-plastic film based on the jazz opera "Porgy and Bess" by George Gershwin is a dramatic story of the unhappy love of the legless Porgy and the young beauty Bess.
Jazz Opera AdaptationSoviet Avant-GardeMusical Plastic CinemaTragic RomanceVisual PoetryGershwin HomageAbstract StorytellingEmotional DramaArt House Experiment
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Is The Dreamer worth watching?
85
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Dreamer?
1 h 23 min
The Dreamer runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is The Dreamer in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.