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An Ideal Husband
2018·Movie
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Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor5
World
Politics, society, and history
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout dialogue
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Dialogue Quality9
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
An Ideal Husband is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumPolitics, society, and history
Its world is built around politics, society, and history.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
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 Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- 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 Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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In An Ideal Husband, an ambitious government minister, Sir Robert Chiltern, is on an assured smooth ascent to the top. Until Mrs Cheveley appears in London with damning proof of his previous financial chicanery, that is.
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Is An Ideal Husband worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is An Ideal Husband?
2 h 21 min
An Ideal Husband runs 2 h 21 min.
What language is An Ideal Husband in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
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