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Mortal Fools
2008·Movie
·1h 21min·
Mortal Fools fingerprint
Very funny, high energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Wonder6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Absurdist Humor9
- Satire & Parody8
World
The future, pop culture, and technology
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Novelty9
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Mortal Fools is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighThe future, pop culture, and technology
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the future, pop culture, and technology. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
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A modern re-telling of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Nights Dream, this is a crazy screwball comedy of unrequited love and altered states of sexual orientation. An Existentialist Science-Fiction Sex Farce - just as the Bard intended.
Absurdist Sci-Fi ComedyModern Shakespeare AdaptationSex FarceExistentialist ThemesUnrequited LoveWitty DialogueQueer ThemesExperimental CinemaScrewball Comedy
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Is Mortal Fools worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mortal Fools rated?
Sexual contentStrong language
Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.
How long is Mortal Fools?
1 h 21 min
Mortal Fools runs 1 h 21 min.
What language is Mortal Fools in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Mortal Fools?
132
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