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The Farmer's Wife
1941·Movie
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Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension2
- Spectacle2
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Romance6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Physical Comedy4
World
History and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
The Farmer's Wife is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory and everyday modern life
Its world is built around history and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Eden Philpotts' "provincial" comic novel and play The Farmer's Wife was first filmed in the silent era by Alfred Hitchcock. The 1940 talkie version was directed by Leslie Arliss, son of stage star George Arliss. The story remained the same: A middle-aged widower attempts to select a wife from his rural district's eligible females (Basil Sydney). Three unsuccessful dalliances later, the farmer settles for his housekeeper, whom the audience has been rooting for all along. The Farmer's Wife is a prime example of the sort of fare that struck a proper chord with British filmgoers, but whose appeal would be lost to any other nationality.
Classic British ComedyRural SettingRomantic ComedyLighthearted FarceWholesome EntertainmentPeriod CharmQuaint HumorMatchmaking TaleCharacter-Driven Comedy
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Is The Farmer's Wife worth watching?
65
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How long is The Farmer's Wife?
1 h 21 min
The Farmer's Wife runs 1 h 21 min.
What language is The Farmer's Wife in?
English
It was made in English.