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Doctors' Wives
1971·Movie
·1h 42min·R·
Doctors' Wives fingerprint
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Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Romantic
Much of it is about family.
- Romance7
- Family Dynamics7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor5
- Situational Comedy4
World
Everyday modern life and family
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's romantic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Doctors' Wives have everything. Except husbands.
The wives of several high-powered doctors feel neglected due to their husbands' focus on their careers, so they embark on a regimen of sex, drugs and booze.
MelodramaRelationship ConflictsSocial CritiqueMarital DissatisfactionSex & DrugsMoral DecayPsychological TurmoilContemporary Realism
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Questions about Doctors' Wives
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Is Doctors' Wives worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 4.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 20%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Doctors' Wives rated?
RNuditySexual contentDrug useStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, drug use, and strong language.
How long is Doctors' Wives?
1 h 42 min
Doctors' Wives runs 1 h 42 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Doctors' Wives?
Critics20
Audiences47
Not quite. Audiences rate Doctors' Wives higher (47) than critics (20). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Doctors' Wives in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.