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Androcles and the Lion
1952·Movie
Androcles and the Lion fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Some sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Satire & Parody7
- Physical Comedy5
World
History, society, and faith and meaning
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Androcles and the Lion is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Emotionally, it's hopeful and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighSome sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, society, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around history, society, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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SPECTACLE, ROMANCE, COMEDY!...as only Shaw could write it and the screen show it!
George Bernard Shaw’s breezy, delightful dramatization of this classic fable—about a Christian slave who pulls a thorn from a lion’s paw and is spared from death in the Colosseum as a result of his kind act—was written as a meditation on modern Christian values. Pascal’s final Shaw production is played broadly, with comic character actor Alan Young as the titular naïf. He’s ably supported by Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Robert Newton, and Elsa Lanchester.
Historical DramaReligious ThemesSatiricalClassic FableMoral DilemmaWell-ActedThought-ProvokingFaith and KindnessGeorge Bernard Shaw
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Is Androcles and the Lion worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 43%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Androcles and the Lion rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Androcles and the Lion?
1 h 38 min
Androcles and the Lion runs 1 h 38 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Androcles and the Lion?
Critics43
Audiences50
Yes. Critics average 43 and audiences 50 out of 100, so both groups see Androcles and the Lion much the same way.
What language is Androcles and the Lion in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Androcles and the Lion?
4
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What tropes does Androcles and the Lion use?
Anachronism StewBlood KnightCorrupt ChurchGrand Inquisitor SceneTurn the Other CheekPantomime AnimalIllegal ReligionA Handful for an EyeStraw Hypocrite
TV Tropes lists 9 storytelling tropes for Androcles and the Lion, including Anachronism Stew, Blood Knight, Corrupt Church.