6.5
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Art Bastard
2015·Movie
·1h 22min·
Art Bastard fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome5
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy5
World
Everyday modern life, a real life story, and show business
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowHopeful
Emotionally, it's hopeful.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, a real life story, and show business
Its world is built around everyday modern life, a real life story, and show business.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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About
When You're Born An Outsider, You See Things Differently
What is art and how does it relate to society? Is its value determined by its popularity or originality? Is the goal profit or expressing one's personal vision? These are some of the questions raised as we follow fiercely independent New York artist Robert Cenedella in his artistic journey through decades of struggling for creative expression. A student, protégé and friend of German artist George Grosz, Cenedella is now passing on the legacy of Grosz's approach to art, in the very same room where Grosz taught. In portraying Cenedella's determination to buck the system of what's popular while critiquing that popularity in his attempt to turn the art world upside down, ART BASTARD is a funny, touching, and insightful look inside the maverick mind of a true original.
Independent ArtistSocial CritiqueArt World SatireMaverick SpiritOriginality vs. PopularityArtistic StruggleBohemian New YorkPersonal VisionDialogue-Driven
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Questions about Art Bastard
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Art Bastard worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Art Bastard?
1 h 22 min
Art Bastard runs 1 h 22 min.
Is Art Bastard based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Art Bastard?
Critics78
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate Art Bastard higher (78) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Art Bastard in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Art Bastard?
2
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