6.8
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Oliver Twist fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy3
World
History, growing up, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
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
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, growing up, and class and money. 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.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
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.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual 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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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.
Classic Literature AdaptationVictorian EnglandOrphan's JourneySocial InjusticeComing-of-AgePoverty and CrimeHope and RedemptionDetailed Production Design
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Questions about Oliver Twist
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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.