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King Lear fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody8
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Absurdist Humor5
World
Society, the future, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout dialogue
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Dialogue Quality8
- Complexity8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
King Lear is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, the future, and the mind
Its world is built around society, the future, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The dialogue stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Jealous love leads to destruction.
A descendant of Shakespeare tries to restore his plays in a world rebuilding itself after the Chernobyl catastrophe obliterates most of human civilization.
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Questions about King Lear
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Is King Lear worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 69%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is King Lear rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is King Lear?
1 h 31 min
King Lear runs 1 h 31 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on King Lear?
Critics69
Audiences56
Not quite. Critics rate King Lear higher (69) than audiences (56). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was King Lear a box office hit?
Budget$1 million
Box office$61,821
No. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $61,821 worldwide, 6% of its budget.
What language is King Lear in?
EnglishFrenchJapaneseRussian
It was made in English, with some French, Japanese, Russian. Produced in United States.