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The Candidate
2013·Movie
·1h 46min·
The Candidate fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Catharsis4
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody8
- Dark Humor7
- Cringe Humor5
World
Politics, society, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumPolitics, society, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around politics, society, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The story of the film The Candidate takes place during two months of campaigning before a non-specific presidential election in one specific country. The author of the diary entries has no idea for whom he is recording the eavesdropping and enthusiasm for an interesting job in which he follows a bishop, a crazy owner of an advertising agency and a bland presidential candidate with the eloquent name Peter Potôň and an even sweeter-sounding family history, soon give way to disgust and confusion. His diary becomes a file with transcripts of conversations, information about characters and characters, emails, scraps from psychiatric medical records and pictures, which he scribbles at first out of boredom, later because words and rational explanations are no longer enough. The candidate is a political farce, a sad-funny depiction of what happened, is happening, and could very easily happen in this small country.
Political FarcePresidential ElectionDark ComedySatireContemporarySlovakian CinemaIntrigueCharacter-Driven
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about The Candidate
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Candidate worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Candidate rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is The Candidate?
1 h 46 min
The Candidate runs 1 h 46 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Candidate?
Critics100
Audiences68
Not quite. Critics rate The Candidate higher (100) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was The Candidate a box office hit?
Budget$250,000
Box office$540,000
Yes. It cost about $250,000 to make and earned $540,000 worldwide, 2.2 times its budget.
What language is The Candidate in?
Slovak
It was made in Slovak. Produced in Czechia, Slovakia.
In how many countries can I watch The Candidate?
2
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What tropes does The Candidate use?
No Party GivenHypocritical HumorThe CameoThe Corrupter"Well Done, Son" GuyCorpsingSmug SnakeCelebrity ParadoxSliding Scale of Idealism Versus CynicismImportant HaircutStepford SmilerCorrupt Politicianand 17 more
TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for The Candidate, including No Party Given, Hypocritical Humor, The Cameo.