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A Sleepless Man
1948·Movie
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Violence6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Cringe Humor2
- Dark Humor2
World
History, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters and performances
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense
A Sleepless Man is tense.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, profoundly sad, and romantic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, family, 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.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters and performances
The characters and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Dr. Mounir Saber (Youssef Wahbi) is a committed and perfect man in his work and devotes all his time in his clinic and lectures to students. Married to a vicious woman jealous and heart patient (Najma Ibrahim). He meets in the train while traveling with booze Ghanaian (Madiha Youssri) and her friend (Nelly Mazloum) and a relationship arises between them and treat her where she suffers from the deterioration of the liver as a result of drinking liquor with the cabaret in which she works. Dr. Mounir falls in love with her and exploits the opportunity to deplete his money and offer it to her thugs lover Jalal Abu Mashtar (Farid Shawky). His wife discovers the loss of shares that she had saved and spent on the wine and quarrel with him and die of shock
Classic Egyptian CinemaMelodramatic NoirMoral DecayMarital ConflictPsychological DramaCrime & ConsequencesTragic RomanceCharacter StudyDoomed Affairs
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is A Sleepless Man rated?
Sexual contentDrug useViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: sexual content, drug use, violence, and disturbing imagery.
What language is A Sleepless Man in?
Arabic
It was made in Arabic. Produced in Egypt.