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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Spectacle6
- Violence6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy3
World
History, class and money, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, class and money, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, class and money, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout 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.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
ADAPTED FROM CHARLES DICKENS' CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED NOVEL!- HASHIR
An orphan endures a harsh life in a workhouse before fleeing to London, where he falls in with a gang of juvenile pickpockets led by the criminal Fagin, and eventually finds a better life, exposing the cruelties of poverty and child labor in Victorian England.
Dickens AdaptationOrphan's JourneyVictorian LondonCrime and PovertySocial CommentaryComing-of-AgeClassic LiteratureMelancholy Atmosphere
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Questions about Oliver Twist
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Oliver Twist worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 61%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Oliver Twist rated?
PG-13Violence
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Oliver Twist?
2 h 10 min
Oliver Twist runs 2 h 10 min.
Is Oliver Twist based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Oliver Twist?
Critics63
Audiences66
Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Oliver Twist much the same way.
Was Oliver Twist a box office hit?
Budget$50 million
Box office$43 million
No. It cost about $50 million to make and earned $43 million worldwide, 85% of its budget.
What language is Oliver Twist in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Czechia, France, Italy, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Oliver Twist?
27
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What tropes does Oliver Twist use?
Adaptation ExpansionChildren Do the HouseworkFemales Are More InnocentCoordinated ClothesAngry ChefAge-Gap RomanceHeel–Face TurnHappily AdoptedWouldn't Hurt a ChildUncatty ResemblanceBad People Abuse AnimalsEnvironmental Symbolismand 163 more
TV Tropes lists 175 storytelling tropes for Oliver Twist, including Adaptation Expansion, Children Do the Housework, Females Are More Innocent.