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How I Won the War
1967·Movie
How I Won the War fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and satire
- Dark Humor9
- Satire & Parody8
- Absurdist Humor7
World
History, society, and war
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
How I Won the War is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and satire
Expect plenty of dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, society, and war
Its world is built around history, society, and war.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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"There's been some marvelous advances in surgery, thanks to war!"
An inept British WWII commander leads his troops to a series of misadventures in North Africa and Europe.
Anti-War SatireDark ComedyWWII AbsurdityBritish HumorMelancholicCynicalHistoricalMeta-Narrative
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Is How I Won the War worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 47%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is How I Won the War rated?
NRViolenceStrong language
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is How I Won the War?
1 h 49 min
How I Won the War runs 1 h 49 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on How I Won the War?
Critics47
Audiences57
Not quite. Audiences rate How I Won the War higher (57) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is How I Won the War in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.