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The Dresser
1983·Movie
The Dresser fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Dark Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Show business, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and dialogue
- Acting10
- Direction9
- Dialogue Quality9
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Dresser 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.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumShow business, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around show business, history, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Showbiz10Entertainment industry and performance.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and dialogue
The performances, direction, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting10Performance craft and presence.
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- 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.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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About
What happens backstage is always true drama. And often pure comedy.
In a touring Shakespearean theater group, a backstage hand - the dresser - is devoted to the brilliant but tyrannical head of the company. He struggles to support the deteriorating star as the company struggles to carry on during the London Blitz. The pathos of his backstage efforts rival the pathos in the story of Lear and the Fool that is being presented on-stage, as the situation comes to a crisis.
Touring TheaterBackstage DramaRelationshipTyrannical ArtistWorld War IIComplex CharactersBritishStage Play AdaptationMelancholy
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Is The Dresser worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Dresser rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is The Dresser?
1 h 58 min
The Dresser runs 1 h 58 min.
What language is The Dresser in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Dresser?
46
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What tropes does The Dresser use?
All Take and No GiveArc WordsBlackfaceCamp GayDowner EndingDuring the WarFilm Within a FilmFreudian SlipThe GhostLove MartyrLarge HamNo Name Givenand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for The Dresser, including All Take and No Give, Arc Words, Blackface.