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Macbeth
2004·Movie
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension8
- Violence7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Cathartic
- Catharsis7
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Dark Humor2
- Satire & Parody1
World
Politics, the mind, and crime
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality10
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout dialogue, performances, and storytelling
- Dialogue Quality10
- Acting9
- Narrative Structure9
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumPolitics, the mind, and crime
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around politics, the mind, and crime. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty2Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue, performances, and storytelling
The dialogue, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality10Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure9Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
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Macbeth, the Thane of Glamis, receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. Consumed by ambition and spurred to action by his wife, Macbeth murders his king and takes the throne for himself.
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Questions about Macbeth
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Macbeth worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6 and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Macbeth rated?
ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
Do critics and audiences agree on Macbeth?
Critics51
Audiences63
Not quite. Audiences rate Macbeth higher (63) than critics (51). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Macbeth in?
SwedishNorthern Sami
It was made in Swedish, with some Northern Sami. Produced in Sweden.
What tropes does Macbeth use?
Symbolic BloodProphecy ArmorVillain ProtagonistNever One MurderDecapitation PresentationThe StarscreamSanity SlippageHuman ResourcesHorrible Judge of CharacterHenpecked HusbandMedical MonarchDeath of a Childand 163 more
TV Tropes lists 175 storytelling tropes for Macbeth, including Symbolic Blood, Prophecy Armor, Villain Protagonist.