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Immersive world, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Romance7
Humor
Some sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor4
World
The mind, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Standout visual style and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Anita – Dances of Vice is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
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- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and romantic.
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- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
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- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
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- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighThe mind, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, history, and a real life story. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
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- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
The performances, characters, and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
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- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout visual style and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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In modern-day Berlin (1987), Frau Kutowski goes insane, believing herself to be the (real-life) notorious Anita Berber, a nude art dancer/drug addict/scandalous figure of post-WWI Berlin. (Berber died of tuberculosis in 1928, having achieved significant success and recognition throughout the dance world.) Frau Kutowski is placed in a mental hospital, where in her own mind she acts out Berber's final days, including in her fantasies the hospital's staff and patients, to represent Anita's friends and associates.
Psychological DramaBiographical FantasyHistorical DecadenceMental Illness PortrayalNude Art DanceTragic FigureStylized DelusionExistential MelancholySexual LiberationPost-WWI Berlin
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Is Anita – Dances of Vice worth watching?
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DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Anita – Dances of Vice rated?
NuditySexual contentDrug useDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Anita – Dances of Vice?
1 h 27 min
Anita – Dances of Vice runs 1 h 27 min.
Is Anita – Dances of Vice based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Anita – Dances of Vice in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Germany.