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Suburban Wives
1972·Movie
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Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Romantic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Romance7
- Pathos5
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody9
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Cringe Humor5
World
Everyday modern life, society, and family
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition4
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowRomantic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's romantic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Seven stories of marital infidelity, told from the women's point of view. A spicy satire of modern manners and mores. Newspaperwoman Sarah relates the separate stories of eight married couples. The husbands are satisfied with their lot, but the wives are not. Sarah describes a situation in which dissatisfied and bored middle-class housewives seek excitement and adventure outside their marital homes and beds.
Satirical DramaMarital InfidelitySocial CommentaryWomen's Perspectives1970s MoresEpisodic NarrativeErotic UndertonesRelationship DramaAdult Themes
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Is Suburban Wives worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 5.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Suburban Wives rated?
NuditySexual content
Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.
How long is Suburban Wives?
1 h 27 min
Suburban Wives runs 1 h 27 min.
What language is Suburban Wives in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.