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Opium
2013·Movie
Opium fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Romantic and melancholic
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
Humor
Some sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody5
- Absurdist Humor4
World
Show business, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Opium is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumRomantic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's romantic and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumShow business, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around show business, history, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout performances
The performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
The frustrated loves of Jean Cocteau and Raymond Radiguet at the beginning of the 1920s. The death of Radiguet that sank Cocteau into opium. A story under the influence of drugs. A narrative in the spirit of Cocteau. And all this in a musical.
Biopic MusicalJean CocteauOpium AddictionFrustrated LoveSurreal & PsychedelicArtistic & StylizedHistorical DramaMelancholy Tone
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Questions about Opium
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Is Opium worth watching?
45
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Opium rated?
Drug useSexual content
Content advisories: drug use and sexual content.
How long is Opium?
1 h 30 min
Opium runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Opium in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.