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The Cannibals
1988·Movie
·1h 35min·
The Cannibals fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Scare5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance5
- Melancholy5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor6
- Satire & Parody5
World
The mind and society
- Novelty8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Complexity7
Style
Standout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition8
- Visual Stylization8
- Music Centrality8
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Cannibals is tense and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe mind and society
Its world is built around the mind and society. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A drama following stories of characters from the Portuguese High Society.
This odd film is a major representative of an even odder film genre: direct-to-celluloid opera. It was commissioned by the Portuguese master of style, director Manoel de Oliveira from composer João Paes. Musically, it ranges from 19th-century romanticism to popular, modernist and even "post-modernist" styles. In the initially tame story, a host-narrator tells the story of a wedding between the two lovebirds: Viscount d'Aveleda and the beautiful Marguerite. However, what happens in the bridal chamber is incredibly bizarre. The events after that are even stranger, and the wedding guests and family indulge in cannibalism, among other perversions.
Opera FilmCannibalismSurrealDark HumorSocial CommentaryBizarrePsychologicalGrotesque
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Is The Cannibals worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Cannibals rated?
NuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Cannibals?
1 h 35 min
The Cannibals runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is The Cannibals in?
Portuguese
It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Germany, France, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland.