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Captain Newman, M.D.
1963·Movie
·2h 6min·NR·
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Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
The mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Captain Newman, M.D. is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
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.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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In 1944, Capt. Josiah J. Newman is the doctor in charge of Ward 7, the neuropsychiatric ward, at an Army Air Corps hospital in Arizona. The hospital is under-resourced and Newman scrounges what he needs with the help of his inventive staff, especially Cpl. Jake Leibowitz. The military in general is only just coming to accept psychiatric disorders as legitimate and Newman generally has 6 weeks to cure them or send them on to another facility. There are many patients in the ward and his latest include Colonel Norville Bliss who has dissociated from his past; Capt. Paul Winston who is nearly catatonic after spending 13 months hiding in a cellar behind enemy lines; and 20 year-old Cpl. Jim Tompkins who is severely traumatized after his aircraft was shot down. Others come and go, including Italian prisoners of war, but Newman and team all realize that their success means the men will return to their units.
WWIIArmy Psychiatric WardMental TraumaCharacter-DrivenDialogue-HeavyMelancholyHope Amidst DespairStrong Performances
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Questions about Captain Newman, M.D.
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Captain Newman, M.D. worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 60%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Captain Newman, M.D. rated?
NRSuicide themes
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: suicide themes.
How long is Captain Newman, M.D.?
2 h 6 min
Captain Newman, M.D. runs 2 h 6 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Captain Newman, M.D.?
Critics60
Audiences67
Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see Captain Newman, M.D. much the same way.
What language is Captain Newman, M.D. in?
EnglishItalian
It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United States.