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Winesburg, Ohio
2008·Movie
·2h 14min·
Winesburg, Ohio fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
The mind, society, and mystery
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Winesburg, Ohio is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe mind, society, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, society, and mystery. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
HighStandout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters, direction, and performances stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
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About
'Winesburg, Ohio' is a film freely adapted from the classic novel by Sherwood Anderson, mentor to Faulkner and Hemingway, and inspired by 'the hunger to see below the surface of lives'. A young reporter in small town Ohio circa 1919, moves through a mysterious, labyrinthine world, glimpsing the dreams and disappointments of local inhabitants, as they relive the moments that renders them grotesque.
Psychological DramaSmall Town SecretsGrotesque CharactersEarly 20th CenturyIntimate PortraitCharacter StudyBleak & MelancholyExistential ThemesLiterary Adaptation
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Is Winesburg, Ohio worth watching?
60
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What is Winesburg, Ohio rated?
Suicide themesDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: suicide themes and disturbing imagery.
How long is Winesburg, Ohio?
2 h 14 min
Winesburg, Ohio runs 2 h 14 min.
What language is Winesburg, Ohio in?
English
It was made in English.