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Méphisto
1931·Movie
·2h 44min·
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Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia8
- Romance6
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy2
- Satire & Parody2
World
History, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization6
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
LowHistory, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
On his wedding night with Hilda Bergmann, the daughter of a swedish chemist, the young and rich american Willy Keanton is stabbed by an unidentified masked man. He kidnaps the young woman, who is found later on by the count Robert d'Arbel. The detective Jacques Miral, nicknamed « the pointed tower's ferret » is put in charge of the case. Soon, he discovers that an international bandit, Méphisto, seeks to seize the formula of a process against asphyxiating gas, invented by professor Bergmann. The struggle is tough between Miral and the uncatchable Méphisto. Monique Aubray, Keanton's secretary and engaged to the detective, the Nostradamus stallholders and the « mastiff of Bordeaux », and the famous novelist Fortuné Bidon are also involved in the case...
French Crime SerialPre-Code MysteryInternational EspionageMasked Villain ArchetypeClassic Detective ThrillerHistorical NoirChemical Threat PlotEccentric CharactersVintage AtmosphereWhodunit Puzzle
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Questions about Méphisto
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Is Méphisto worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Méphisto?
2 h 44 min
Méphisto runs 2 h 44 min.
Is Méphisto based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Méphisto in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.