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Robert Newman's History of Oil
2006·Movie
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Very funny, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Spectacle2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
- Wholesome3
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Satire & Parody9
- Dark Humor7
World
History, politics, and society
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Novelty8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
Very highPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and society
Its world is built around history, politics, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue and performances
The dialogue and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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Stand-up comedian Robert Newman gets to grips with the wars and politics of the last hundred years, from WWI through to the 2003 invasion of Iraq; but rather than adhering to the history we were fed at school, this show places oil centre stage as the cause of all commotion. This innovative history programme is based around Robert Newman's stand-up act and supported by resourceful archive sequences and stills with satirical impersonations of historical figures from Mayan priests to Archduke Ferdinand.
Political SatireHistorical RevisionismStand-Up Comedy SpecialSocial CommentaryOil GeopoliticsEducational & WittyThought-ProvokingNon-Conformist HistoryArchive Footage Integration
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How long is Robert Newman's History of Oil?
0 h 46 min
Robert Newman's History of Oil runs 0 h 46 min.
What language is Robert Newman's History of Oil in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.