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Wives and Lovers
1985·Movie
·1h 36min·
Wives and Lovers fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
- Violence6
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Nostalgia5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
History
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Wives and Lovers is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowRomantic
Emotionally, it's romantic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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What is Wives and Lovers rated?
Sexual contentViolence
Content advisories: sexual content and violence.
How long is Wives and Lovers?
1 h 36 min
Wives and Lovers runs 1 h 36 min.
What language is Wives and Lovers in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.