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Taboo
1988·Movie
Taboo fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace3
- Violence3
Heart
Romantic
- Romance8
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor1
- Satire & Parody1
World
Everyday modern life and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality4
- Rewatchability3
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Character Depth7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowRomantic
Emotionally, it's romantic.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowEveryday modern life and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty2Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
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About
Story of a tragic love triangle that develops between a mother daugther and a farmhand. A good-looking widow lives alone on a farm with her teenage daughter. Their neighbor occasionally helps them in the farmwork. He would have eventually married the mother, but the daughter tries to seduce him at all costs. He becomes the lover of both women, but eventually runs away leaving the mother shattered and the daughter pregnant.
Sensual Erotic DramaPsychological IntimacyVisually LushComplex RelationshipsAdult Only RomanceMelancholic AtmosphereCharacter-Driven NarrativeModern Realism
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Is Taboo worth watching?
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DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Taboo rated?
NuditySexual contentStrong language
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and strong language.
How long is Taboo?
1 h 45 min
Taboo runs 1 h 45 min.
What language is Taboo in?
Polish
It was made in Polish. Produced in Poland.