7.6
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Funny, immersive world.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Violence6
- Tension5
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Wonder6
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody9
- Dark Humor8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Society, class and money, and politics
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighSociety, class and money, and politics
Its world is built around society, class and money, and politics.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Smile while you’re makin’ it. Laugh while you’re takin’ it. Even though you’re fakin’ it. Nobody’s gonna know …
An ambitious coffee salesman has a series of improbable and ironic adventures seemingly designed to challenge his naive idealism.
Satirical AllegoryDarkly HumorousEpisodic MisadventuresSocial CritiqueCynical WorldviewExistential JourneyMoral CorruptionBritish CinemaPolitical Commentary
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Questions about O Lucky Man!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is O Lucky Man! worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 82%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is O Lucky Man! rated?
RViolenceStrong languageSexual content
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.
How long is O Lucky Man!?
3 h 4 min
O Lucky Man! runs 3 h 4 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on O Lucky Man!?
Critics82
Audiences82
Yes. Critics average 82 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see O Lucky Man! much the same way.
What language is O Lucky Man! in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch O Lucky Man!?
70
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+56GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for O Lucky Man! in 70 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does O Lucky Man! use?
Evil ColonialistMad ScientistOop NorthCapitalism Is BadBinocular ShotPicaresqueArtificial Animal PeopleSoft GlassBrownfacePercussive PickpocketDirty CopDance Party Endingand 18 more
TV Tropes lists 30 storytelling tropes for O Lucky Man!, including Evil Colonialist, Mad Scientist, Oop North.