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Der Versager
1969·Movie
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Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and class and money
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Der Versager is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and class and money
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and class and money.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
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.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
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 Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A 45-year-old employee‘s future begins to falter. He rightly fears that he will fall victim to his new manager's rationalization measures. But he doesn't want to bow to his "fate" so easily: in the fight for his livelihood, he resorts to dirty means himself.
German CinemaWorkplace DramaSocial CritiqueMoral AmbiguityCharacter StudyPsychological TensionExistential AngstLate 1960s
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GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 8.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What language is Der Versager in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Germany.