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Cabaret
1986·Movie
·1h 44min·
Cabaret fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Romance5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Cabaret is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Showbiz5Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A young jazz musician's desire to advance in his career runs afoul of organized crime in this thriller from Haruki Kadokawa. After a saxophonist starts playing at a particular nightspot, a thug from the Yakuza adopts him as a special friend for no greater reason than he plays one of his favorite songs well. As the dangerous life of the gangster intertwines with that of the musician, it brings harm to the musician's girlfriend, who is raped. This changes the young saxophonist's attitude about his patron, but his Yakuza "friend" is still too embroiled in his own problems to worry about anything else.
Yakuza ThrillerCrime DramaShowbiz IntriguePsychological TensionMoral CorruptionJapanese CinemaBleak & ViolentNoir InfluencesIntense Narrative
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Questions about Cabaret
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cabaret worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5.1, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cabaret rated?
ViolenceSexual content
Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
How long is Cabaret?
1 h 44 min
Cabaret runs 1 h 44 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cabaret?
Critics96
Audiences72
Not quite. Critics rate Cabaret higher (96) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Cabaret in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Cabaret use?
Money SongGratuitous Foreign LanguageDowner EndingFanserviceThe Blind Leading the BlindDramatic IronyAdaptational AttractivenessCoolest Club EverBad Guys Do the Dirty WorkBetter as FriendsCall-BackCrowd Songand 36 more
TV Tropes lists 48 storytelling tropes for Cabaret, including Money Song, Gratuitous Foreign Language, Downer Ending.