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Genius
2018·Movie
Genius fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Moving and hopeful
- Pathos7
- Hopefulness7
- Melancholy6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and hopeful
Emotionally, it's moving and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- 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 Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Pressured by his dad since childhood and by his boss at work, a man has a breakdown, but finds his rehabilitation at the unlikeliest of places.
Indian Psychological DramaRehabilitationBreakdown RecoverySocial PressureCharacter TransformationEmotional JourneyContemporaryInspirationalFamily DynamicsSpiritual
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Is Genius worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Genius?
1 h 38 min
Genius runs 1 h 38 min.
What language is Genius in?
Tamil
It was made in Tamil. Produced in India.