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The Bat
1979·Movie
·2h 21min·
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Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Romantic and hopeful
- Romance8
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Physical Comedy6
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Bat is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumRomantic and hopeful
Emotionally, it's romantic and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Eisenstein gets in trouble for shooting a grouse. He is told that he must go to prison for his crime. However, his friend has invited him to an aristocratic ball. Eisenstein, despite being married, wants to go to the ball to meet women. Eisenstein lies to his wife. He tells her that he is going to prison but actually he goes to the ball. His story arises the suspicion of his wife. His wife devises a plot to catch her womanizing husband.
Soviet CinemaMusical ComedyFarceRomantic MisunderstandingsAristocratic BallDeceptionIntrigueNostalgicSituational Humor
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Questions about The Bat
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Bat worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Bat?
2 h 21 min
The Bat runs 2 h 21 min.
What language is The Bat in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
What tropes does The Bat use?
Genre SavvySlashed ThroatWith Catlike TreadSlipping a MickeyCoat, Hat, MaskCalling CardCut Phone LinesAntagonist TitlePants-Positive SafetyRed HerringCool Old LadyGun Struggleand 19 more
TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for The Bat, including Genre Savvy, Slashed Throat, With Catlike Tread.