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Macbeth
2001·Movie
·2h 19min·
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor4
- Satire & Parody3
World
History, politics, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition9
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Macbeth is tense and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic, moving, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, characters, and direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
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This hard-edged postmodern production of Giuseppe Verdi's haunting masterpiece brings the story of Shakespeare's bloody tragedy to vivid life, characterized by spine-tingling atmospherics and a triumphant debut by American baritone Thomas Hampson in the title role. This Zurich Opera House production also features a mesmerizing turn by Paoletta Marrocu as the beautiful, power-hungry Lady Macbeth, while striking sets and costumes further enhance the duality of the main character whose rise and fall mirror the darkest impulses of man. Replete with supernatural mystery, sexual tension, and violent power plays, this timeless story remains gripping and chilling for today's audiences and boasts some of the most astonishing music of Verdi's legendary body of work.
Shakespearean TragedyOpera AdaptationAmbitious ProductionDark Psychological DramaPower StruggleHistorical SettingHaunting MusicTriumphant Performance
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Questions about Macbeth
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Macbeth worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Macbeth rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Macbeth?
2 h 19 min
Macbeth runs 2 h 19 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Macbeth?
Critics51
Audiences65
Not quite. Audiences rate Macbeth higher (65) than critics (51). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Macbeth in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in Germany.
What tropes does Macbeth use?
Hero AntagonistThe Good KingNietzsche WannabeHenpecked HusbandPrideAwesome Moment of CrowningWhat Happened to the Mouse?Age LiftVillainous ValourBond One-LinerRhyming WizardryUnbuilt Tropeand 162 more
TV Tropes lists 174 storytelling tropes for Macbeth, including Hero Antagonist, The Good King, Nietzsche Wannabe.