5.8
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Zardoz
1974·Movie
·1h 46min·R·
Zardoz fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Spectacle6
- Violence6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Satire & Parody6
- Dark Humor5
World
The future, fantasy, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty8
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumThe future, fantasy, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, fantasy, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Beyond 1984, Beyond 2001, Beyond Love, Beyond Death.
In the far future, a savage trained only to kill finds a way into the community of bored immortals that alone preserves humanity's achievements.
Dystopian Sci-FiAbsurdist SatirePhilosophical ThemesCult ClassicFuturistic SocietySocial CommentaryBizarre WorldComplex PlotUnconventionalMind-Bending
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Questions about Zardoz
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Is Zardoz worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 49%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Zardoz rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual content
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, and sexual content.
How long is Zardoz?
1 h 46 min
Zardoz runs 1 h 46 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Zardoz?
Critics48
Audiences55
Yes. Critics average 48 and audiences 55 out of 100, so both groups see Zardoz much the same way.
Was Zardoz a box office hit?
Budget$2 million
Box office$2 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 1.1 times its budget.
What language is Zardoz in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Zardoz?
37
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+23GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Zardoz in 37 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Zardoz use?
Trrrilling RrrsTwo-FacedLow Culture, High TechSex Is EvilScience FictionParody RetconAll Are Equal in DeathPublic Domain SoundtrackResurrective ImmortalityCargo CultInterrupted IntimacyLove Triangleand 76 more
TV Tropes lists 88 storytelling tropes for Zardoz, including Trrrilling Rrrs, Two-Faced, Low Culture, High Tech.