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The Merchant of Venice
1969·Movie
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Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Satire & Parody6
- Dark Humor4
World
History, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue, direction, and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, society, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue, direction, and performances
The dialogue, direction, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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An unreleased 1969 made-for-TV short adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice, produced, directed by, and starring Orson Welles. Originally part of the abandoned CBS special Orson’s Bag, the completed film later became partially lost due to missing workprints and sound elements, surviving only in fragmentary form until a reconstructed restoration premiered in 2015.
Shakespearean DramaHistorical AdaptationSocial CommentaryAnti-SemitismComplex CharactersWitty DialogueTragedyIntense
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Is The Merchant of Venice worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Merchant of Venice rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is The Merchant of Venice?
0 h 36 min
The Merchant of Venice runs 0 h 36 min.
What language is The Merchant of Venice in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States, Italy.
What tropes does The Merchant of Venice use?
The PenanceBittersweet EndingThey Call Me Mr TibbsInsistent TerminologyPreserve Your GaysBig EaterAlone Among the CouplesKissing CousinsUngrateful BastardSore LoserPrince CharmlessThe Lost Lenoreand 148 more
TV Tropes lists 160 storytelling tropes for The Merchant of Venice, including The Penance, Bittersweet Ending, They Call Me Mr Tibbs.