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Blackadder Goes Forth
1989·Movie
·2h 55min·
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Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Spectacle6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody9
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Situational Comedy7
World
History, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue, direction, and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighHistory, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, war, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue, direction, and performances
The dialogue, direction, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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One final cunning plan...!
Stuck in the middle of World War I, Captain Edmund Blackadder does his best to escape the banality of the war.
Satirical War ComedyCynical HumorBritish ComedyDarkly HumorousHistorical SettingWWIQuotation-rich DialogueEccentric CharactersCritique of Authority
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Questions about Blackadder Goes Forth
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Is Blackadder Goes Forth worth watching?
88
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 8.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Blackadder Goes Forth rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Blackadder Goes Forth?
2 h 55 min
Blackadder Goes Forth runs 2 h 55 min.
What language is Blackadder Goes Forth in?
English
It was made in English.