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You Laugh
1998·Movie
·1h 39min·
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Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace4
- Violence4
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Crime, the mind, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
You Laugh is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumCrime, the mind, and society
Its world is built around crime, the mind, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Two segments: In the first one Felice, a baritone who has had to give up his career because of a heart condition and now works as an accountant at the Opera, inexplicably spends his nights laughing in his sleep. When his best friend, a cripple, takes his life and his wife abandons him Felice decides to die himself. In the second segment two kidnappings in Sicily, the second of which took place a century before the present one, are compared.
Anthology FilmItalian CinemaMelancholyCrimePsychological DramaNon-Linear NarrativeSicilian CultureSocial CommentaryTragedy
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Is You Laugh worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is You Laugh rated?
Suicide themes
Content advisories: suicide themes.
How long is You Laugh?
1 h 39 min
You Laugh runs 1 h 39 min.
What language is You Laugh in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.