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The Awakening
1956·Movie
·1h 27min·
The Awakening fingerprint
Big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle3
Heart
Moving and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos8
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy2
World
Family, history, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Awakening is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighMoving and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving, hopeful, and wholesome. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, history, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around family, history, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- 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.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Directed by the incredibly prolific Mario Camerini, Suor Letizia was released in English-speaking regions as When Angels Don't Fly and The Awakening. In her first film appearance since The Rose Tattoo, Anna Magnani plays a feisty nun named Sister Letizia. Believing herself above such earthly trivialities as a maternal instinct, Sr. Letizia changes her way of thinking when an abandoned child is placed in her care. Unofficially adopting the boy, the good sister eventually comes to realize that even she cannot provide the care and guidance of a biological mother. Carefully constructed to accommodate all the surefire box-office elements inherent in Camerini's earlier films, Suor Letizia was almost guaranteed to be a hit.
Feisty NunMaternal InstinctAbandoned ChildRedemption StoryItalian CinemaPost-War ItalyCharacter-DrivenHeartwarming Drama
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Questions about The Awakening
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Is The Awakening worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Awakening?
1 h 27 min
The Awakening runs 1 h 27 min.
What language is The Awakening in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.
What tropes does The Awakening use?
Disappeared DadForeshadowingBatman Cold OpenJerkassLaser-Guided AmnesiaFan DisserviceBoarding SchoolSpeech ImpedimentAttempted RapeThe RevealWham LineHer Heart Will Go Onand 17 more
TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for The Awakening, including Disappeared Dad, Foreshadowing, Batman Cold Open.