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The Bad Life
1973·Movie
·1h 55min·
The Bad Life fingerprint
Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
- Dark Humor1
World
Crime, history, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
The Bad Life is nerve-racking, brutally violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, history, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, history, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime10Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Buenos Aires, 1920. The Franco-Argentine and Polish-Argentine mafia begin a war for the control of the traffic of women and prostitution, based on real events about the 1920s Buenos Aires Mafias war.
Argentine Crime DramaHistorical Gang WarfareSocial RealismProstitution & ExploitationGritty Period PieceOrganized Crime SagaDark & IntenseBased on True EventsBleak Outlook
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Is The Bad Life worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Bad Life rated?
ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Bad Life?
1 h 55 min
The Bad Life runs 1 h 55 min.
What language is The Bad Life in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Argentina.