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Amos
1985·Movie
·1h 40min·
Amos fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking
- Tension9
- Adrenaline5
- Scare5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Physical Comedy1
World
Society, everyday modern life, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty5
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- 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.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Amos Lasher loses his wife and home in an accident, finding himself in the care of the state, or specifically speaking, the Sunset Nursing Home. Here he finds the head nurse, Daisy Daws, ruling the cowed patients with an iron hand, but as his determination to get out of Sunset grows, the more sinister his situation becomes.
Gripping Psychological DramaSocially Critical ThrillerInstitutional AbuseFight for FreedomElderly ProtagonistHuman ResilienceOppressive AtmosphereUnderstated TensionDark & Melancholy
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Is Amos worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Amos rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Amos?
1 h 40 min
Amos runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Amos in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.