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Passion
2005·Movie
·1h 57min·NR·
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Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Deeply romantic and deeply moving
- Romance9
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
World
History, the mind, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition9
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Passion is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowDeeply romantic and deeply moving
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, deeply moving, and profoundly sad.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, the mind, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, the mind, and show business. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A staged concert performance of Sondheim's Tony-winning show.
Passion is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine. The story was adapted from Ettore Scola's film Passione d'Amore. Central themes include love, sex, obsession, illness, passion, beauty, power and manipulation. Set in 19th century Italy, the plot concerns a young soldier and the changes in him brought about by the obsessive love of Fosca, his Colonel's homely, ailing cousin.
MusicalPsychologicalRomanceObessionPowerManipulationTragedyBeautyIntenseSondheim
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Crew
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Questions about Passion
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Passion worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 8.8, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Passion rated?
NRSexual content
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Passion?
1 h 57 min
Passion runs 1 h 57 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Passion?
Critics100
Audiences71
Not quite. Critics rate Passion higher (100) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Passion in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Passion use?
Ms. FanserviceCovers Always LieGlad I Thought of ItEveryone Owns a MacInstant Web HitEuropeans Are KinkyUnderdressed for the OccasionMagical Security CamCity with No NameAmbiguously GayKarma HoudiniInterscene Diegeticand 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Passion, including Ms. Fanservice, Covers Always Lie, Glad I Thought of It.