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The Traitor
1936·Movie
·1h 32min·
The Traitor fingerprint
Emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Adrenaline3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance4
- Pathos2
- Melancholy2
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Cringe Humor1
World
History, politics, and war
- World Immersion5
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Ambiguity2
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Narrative Structure5
- Intrigue5
- Direction4
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography4
- Editing4
- Music Composition3
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
The Traitor is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowHistory, politics, and war
Its world is built around history, politics, and war.
All world traits
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability1Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty1Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction4Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting4Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing4Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality2Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality2Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
This 1936 film tells the story of the doings of foreign agents in Germany and their allies among the German population. Having placed an ad in a local paper looking for "contact with bigwigs in German industry", enemy agents Morris and Geyer end up making contact with an engineer named Brockau. Brockau has developed an improvement in turning oil into gasoline and that's just what these enemy agents are looking for. Brockau, for his part, needs money, because his girlfriend is a selfish cow who demands more and more toys and trinkets, which has put our naive little nerd deep into debt. Brockau, however, is not the only unwitting maroon to fall into the clutches of the evil agents: the former bank agent Hans Klemm, now doing his service in the Wehrmacht, ends up being contacted by an agent from the other side and ends up getting blackmailed into working for them.
Nazi Propaganda FilmWartime Espionage ThrillerHistorical ArtifactIdeological IndoctrinationAnti-Western SentimentWehrmacht ContextDated StorytellingPolitical DramaIndustrial Sabotage ThemeControversial Cinema
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Questions about The Traitor
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Traitor worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 4.6 and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Traitor rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is The Traitor?
1 h 32 min
The Traitor runs 1 h 32 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Traitor?
Critics64
Audiences57
Yes. Critics average 64 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see The Traitor much the same way.
What language is The Traitor in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Germany.