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Carmen
1978·Movie
·1h 55min·
Carmen fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension8
- Violence7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Deeply romantic and moving
- Romance9
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Situational Comedy0
World
The mind and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowDeeply romantic and moving
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, moving, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumThe mind and crime
Its world is built around the mind and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Carmen is a beautiful woman working in a business that is dedicated to smuggling. One day, Carmen fights and hurts to a smuggler woman, so a sergeant in the National Guard, José Navarro, stops detain her. In doing so he also falls in love with her, but jealousy will destroy his passion.
Romantic DramaCrime ThrillerPassionate RelationshipsDestructive JealousySmuggling UnderworldTragic Love StoryIntense Character StudySpanish CinemaMelodrama
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Sequels and Prequels
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Questions about Carmen
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Carmen worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Carmen rated?
ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Carmen?
1 h 55 min
Carmen runs 1 h 55 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Carmen?
Critics72
Audiences66
Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Carmen much the same way.
What language is Carmen in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Venezuela.
What tropes does Carmen use?
Toros y FlamencoThe Musical MusicalDance BattlerThe DanzaMad ArtistHands-On ApproachImagine SpotAs HimselfWedding Ring RemovalIf I Can't Have You…Love TriangleDowner Endingand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Carmen, including Toros y Flamenco, The Musical Musical, Dance Battler.