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The Swindlers
1959·Movie
·1h 51min·
The Swindlers fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
- Physical Comedy3
World
History and class and money
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- 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.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowRomantic
Emotionally, it's romantic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumHistory and class and money
Its world is built around history and class and money.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
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.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
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 Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Mario is in Hannover to work as a miner but after losing his job he decides to go back to Italy. When Totonno steals his passport to avoid the police and later on he offers him a new job as "magliaro" (cloth seller), Mario changes his mind and decides to follow Totonno to Hamburg. In Hamburg, Totonno and his friends have to sell Mayer's cloth, but they meet with the hostility of a Polish gang and Mario falls in love with Paula Mayer.
Italian CinemaCloth SellingPost-War GermanyCrime DramaRomanceClass ConflictPsychological IntrigueHistorical Setting
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Questions about The Swindlers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Swindlers worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Swindlers?
1 h 51 min
The Swindlers runs 1 h 51 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Swindlers?
Critics40
Audiences60
Not quite. Audiences rate The Swindlers higher (60) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is The Swindlers in?
ItalianGerman
It was made in Italian, with some German. Produced in France, Italy.
What tropes does The Swindlers use?
Lonely FuneralOne Last JobFaking the DeadStealing from ThievesDistracted by the SexyThe RevealDiscreet Drink DisposalAnd the Adventure ContinuesGlasses PullCrocodile TearsPonziThe Conand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for The Swindlers, including Lonely Funeral, One Last Job, Faking the Dead.