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Magicians
1982·Movie
·2h 34min·
Magicians fingerprint
Striking style.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
- Hopefulness7
- Wonder7
- Romance6
Humor
Some sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Absurdist Humor5
- Physical Comedy4
World
Fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Magicians is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
In a small Russian town, there is a Research Institute for magic. One of the witches, Alyona Sanina, is going to marry a guy named Ivan Puhov (not a magician). A jealous Apollon Sataneev tells her boss Kira Shemahandskaya that Sanina is going to marry not Ivan Puhov, but Ivan Kivrin, whom Shemahandskaya is going to marry herself. Enraged, Shemahandskaya, who is a powerful witch, orders Sanina to forget about her Ivan and marry Sataneev instead. And this will be final unless Alyona kisses Puhov before midnight on New Year. Alyona's friends call Puhov to the rescue.
Russian CinemaRomantic FantasyNew Year's EveMagicLove StoryGood vs EvilMagical Research InstituteNostalgic
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Questions about Magicians
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Magicians worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 33%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Magicians?
2 h 34 min
Magicians runs 2 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Magicians?
Critics33
Audiences55
Not quite. Audiences rate Magicians higher (55) than critics (33). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Magicians in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
In how many countries can I watch Magicians?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Magicians in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Magicians use?
Concert ClimaxJob TitleHypocritical Humor"Well Done, Son" GuyFatal Method ActingPolitical OvercorrectnessStage MagicianThe Loins Sleep TonightCold ReadingArmor-Piercing QuestionArmored Closet GayCasanova Wannabeand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for Magicians, including Concert Climax, Job Title, Hypocritical Humor.