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Jenůfa
2019·Movie
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Jenůfa fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Spectacle5
- Violence4
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos10
- Melancholy9
- Catharsis9
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Family, the mind, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction9
- Acting9
- Dialogue Quality9
Style
Standout score, cinematography, and editing
- Music Composition10
- Music Centrality10
- Cinematography8
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Jenůfa is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, profoundly sad, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos10Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis9Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumFamily, the mind, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, the mind, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout score, cinematography, and editing
Look and sound: the score, cinematography, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition10Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Better a scarred face than a scarred soul.
When a beautiful young woman in rural Moravia becomes unexpectedly pregnant, she learns that love is sometimes only skin-deep. Janáček took Gabriela Preissová's grim tale of infanticide and redemption, and condensed it into a masterful, spine-chilling drama. The tragic plight of the protagonists is presented with unsentimental realism that cannot help but trigger a response of deep compassion. Premiered at the National Theatre in the composer's hometown of Brno 115 years ago, the opera took him nine years to complete and is the first in which his distinctive voice can clearly be heard.
Operatic TragedyRural Moravian RealismIntense Psychological DramaMusical MasterpieceSocial Hypocrisy CritiqueHeartbreaking RedemptionClassical Performance FilmEmotionally DevastatingJanáček's Distinctive Voice
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Questions about Jenůfa
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What is Jenůfa rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
Is Jenůfa based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Jenůfa in?
Czech
It was made in Czech. Produced in Czechia.