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Cabaret
1993·Movie
·1h 47min·
Cabaret fingerprint
Stunning style, high energy.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
- Tension8
- Spectacle8
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Moving and romantic
- Pathos8
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and sharp wit
- Dark Humor9
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Satire & Parody6
World
History, politics, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability9
- Dialogue Centrality8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction10
- Acting10
- Character Depth9
Style
Standout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition9
- Visual Stylization9
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
Cabaret is tense and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and romantic
Emotionally, it's moving, romantic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of dark humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighHistory, politics, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around history, politics, and show business. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction10Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting10Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
Very highStandout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score, visual style, and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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Filmed live from the 1993 revival, Sam Mendes' directorial debut takes place at the Donmar Warehouse in London's West End. Jane Horrocks stars as cabaret girl Sally Bowles, Adam Godley as the bicurious Cliff, and Alan Cumming as the eccentric Emcee. Inside the Kit Kat Club of 1931 Berlin, starry-eyed singer Sally and the impish Emcee sound the clarion call to decadent fun, while outside, a notorious political party grows into a brutal force.
Musical DramaHistorical BerlinPolitical AllegoryDecadent AtmosphereCharacter StudySocial CritiqueDarkly HumorousTheatrical PerformanceIconic MusicAdult Themes
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Questions about Cabaret
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cabaret worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 8.2, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cabaret rated?
NuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Cabaret?
1 h 47 min
Cabaret runs 1 h 47 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cabaret?
Critics96
Audiences83
Not quite. Critics rate Cabaret higher (96) than audiences (83). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Cabaret in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Cabaret use?
Suddenly ShoutingSophisticated as HellShown Their WorkBad Girl SongSilent CreditsLittle People Are SurrealGratuitous Foreign LanguageGag EchoShirtless SceneReveal ShotBetter as FriendsEarn Your Happy Endingand 36 more
TV Tropes lists 48 storytelling tropes for Cabaret, including Suddenly Shouting, Sophisticated as Hell, Shown Their Work.