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The Genius
1993·Movie
·1h 26min·
The Genius fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Plenty of satire and absurdist humor
- Satire & Parody8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Technology, show business, and society
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
- World Immersion5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
- Meta Narrative7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of satire and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumTechnology, show business, and society
Its world is built around technology, show business, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
A ramshackle underground SF satire set and shot in the self-absorbed art world of lower Manhattan, written, produced, and directed by Joe Gibbons, who also plays one of the lead parts. Gibbons plays a mad scientist who's developed a technique for transferring personalities from one person's body to another; he becomes obsessed with an outlaw artist (played by performance artist Karen Finley) who destroys paintings in various galleries as a form of anarchist, anticapitalist protest.
Underground SF SatireLower Manhattan Art WorldPersonality TransferOutlaw ArtistAnarchist ProtestMad ScientistSelf-Absorbed Art SceneExperimental Film
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Questions about The Genius
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Is The Genius worth watching?
45
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Genius?
1 h 26 min
The Genius runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is The Genius in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.