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The Associate
1979·Movie
·1h 34min·
The Associate fingerprint
Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Pathos7
- Romance6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody8
- Situational Comedy7
World
Everyday modern life, society, and class and money
- Novelty8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Associate is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness6Grim, 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.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and class and money
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and class and money.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick 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.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
An unemployed investor creates a fictious business partner to attempt to improve business. Eventually, his creation gets out of control as his business becomes successful and his wife announces that she is in love with the partner and his son wishes the partner was his father -- although no one has ever seen him. To regain control, the man decides to "kill" his imaginary partner and is arrested for the murder.
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Questions about The Associate
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Associate worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Associate?
1 h 34 min
The Associate runs 1 h 34 min.
What language is The Associate in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Belgium, France.
What tropes does The Associate use?
Lingerie SceneBuxom Beauty StandardWhere Everybody Knows Your FlameNo Woman's LandLine-of-Sight AliasShip TeaseEverybody Knew AlreadyUnsettling Gender-RevealWhite Like MeInvented IndividualThe RevealShrinking Violetand 10 more
TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for The Associate, including Lingerie Scene, Buxom Beauty Standard, Where Everybody Knows Your Flame.