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Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Violence5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Cringe Humor6
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighEveryday modern life, the mind, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and society. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Take a long ride on the short bus.
A group of perfectly intelligent young people decide to react to society's cult of aimless, non-creative and non-responsible form intellect by living together in a community of 'idiots'. Their primary activity becomes going out into the world of 'normal' people and pretending to be mentally incompetent. They take advantage of this situation to create anarchy, and, by every possible means, to make those around them miserable.
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Is The Idiots worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 73%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Idiots rated?
NRNuditySexual contentStrong language
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and strong language.
How long is The Idiots?
1 h 50 min
The Idiots runs 1 h 50 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Idiots?
Critics61
Audiences72
Not quite. Audiences rate The Idiots higher (72) than critics (61). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is The Idiots in?
Danish
It was made in Danish. Produced in Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Sweden.
In how many countries can I watch The Idiots?
53
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+39GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Idiots in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Idiots use?
Mood WhiplashBlack ComedyJerkassHypocritical HumourCrapsaccharine WorldLonely Piano Piece"The Reason You Suck" SpeechDeliberate Values DissonanceBreak the CutieHeroic BSoDInspirationally DisadvantagedFan Disserviceand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for The Idiots, including Mood Whiplash, Black Comedy, Jerkass.