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Sugar
1989·Movie
·1h 49min·
Sugar fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Pathos4
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody8
- Physical Comedy7
World
Everyday modern life, technology, and society
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Sugar is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, technology, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, technology, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick 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 Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A really sweet disaster
To get one over on her husband, molecular biologist Leo Kaminski, Lydia Kaminski-Smith sets about cultivating bacteria that decompose waste and thus solve the garbage problem. Some insatiable microbes turn paper into sugar. Once released, nothing is safe from them - not books, letters or files. Everything turns to sugar. The sweet catastrophe progresses inexorably...
GermanMolecular BiologyWaste DecompositionBureaucracySatireAbsurdFarceEnvironmentalComedy
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Sugar
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sugar worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 93%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Sugar?
1 h 49 min
Sugar runs 1 h 49 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sugar?
Critics93
Audiences70
Not quite. Critics rate Sugar higher (93) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Sugar in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Australia, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Sugar?
3
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