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The Idiot
2010·Movie
·1h 33min·
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Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
- Hopefulness8
- Catharsis8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy6
- Physical Comedy5
- Satire & Parody5
World
Sports, society, and class and money
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Narrative Structure6
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality6
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Emotionally, it's hopeful, cathartic, and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowSports, society, and class and money
Its world is built around sports, society, and class and money.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A story for the village idiot in all of us.
A small farm town in Kentucky bands together to prevent the evil mayor and his capitalist cronies from taking over and turning their town into a shopping mall. It all comes down to a bet – can the local village idiot, Dingus, beat an Olympic wrestling champion – Alekski “The Bear From Belarus” Cavalenko from Mother Russia in a wrestling match for the ages! This is one helluva match-up.
Underdog Sports ComedySmall Town SagaCorporate GreedWrestling ShowdownCommunity SpiritDavid vs. GoliathFeel-GoodEccentric HeroHeartwarming BattleLocal Politics
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Is The Idiot worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Idiot rated?
PG-13
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is The Idiot?
1 h 33 min
The Idiot runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is The Idiot in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.