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The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin
2015·Movie
The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle6
- Tension3
- Scare2
Heart
Nostalgic and wondrous
- Nostalgia7
- Wonder7
- Melancholy4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
- Absurdist Humor9
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Dark Humor7
World
Show business, a real life story, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Meta Narrative10
- Direction9
- Complexity8
Style
Standout visual style, cinematography, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization10
- Cinematography9
- Editing8
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneNostalgic and wondrous
Emotionally, it's nostalgic and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
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- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighShow business, a real life story, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around show business, a real life story, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
HighStandout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative10Stories about storytelling.
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
Style
HighStandout visual style, cinematography, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style, cinematography, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Guy Maddin, who has been nicknamed the Canadian David Lynch, is undoubtedly one of the last remaining Magi of cinema. Despite living in the middle of the digital age, this heretical director hailing from the snowy plains of Canada has spent 25 years transposing the uncommon and the uncanny onto screens over-saturated with naturalistic imagery. A lover of primitive cinema, he has cunningly summoned the light-and-shadow techniques and experimentations of the Golden Age of film to resuscitate a unique cinematographic language which plays with the spectator’s unconscious by means of visual trickery as disturbing as it is absurd. In an attitude as playful at that Maddin’s films this documentary follows the mediumistic experiments of this master of illusion, filmed during the ‘’spirit’’ shootings he presented in Europe.
Arthouse DocumentaryExperimental FilmmakingAvant-garde CinemaSurreal & UncannyHomage to Classic FilmMeta-narrativeVisual TrickeryPhilosophical ExplorationFilmmaker ProfileHighly Stylized
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Is The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin?
1 h 5 min
The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin runs 1 h 5 min.
Is The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is The 1000 Eyes of Dr Maddin in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in France.