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The Body
1974·Movie
·1h 29min·
The Body fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Violence6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Romance6
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor1
World
Crime, history, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, history, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, history, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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A beautiful woman who lives on an island with her abusive husband, entices a young man into a murder-for-money plot.
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Is The Body worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.2 and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Body rated?
NuditySexual contentViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, violence, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Body?
1 h 29 min
The Body runs 1 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Body?
Critics70
Audiences68
Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see The Body much the same way.
What language is The Body in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.