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Hroch
1973·Movie
·1h 35min·
Hroch fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Nostalgia6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody8
- Situational Comedy7
World
Politics, society, and class and money
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Complexity7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumPolitics, society, and class and money
Its world is built around politics, society, and class and money.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The bank officer Bedrich Hroch is sent by the bank director to the zoo, which asked an allocation of one and half kg of gold for a gold tooth for a hippo. During the check up of the hippo's teeth Bedrich is swallowed by the hippo. The man does not die in the hippo's guts and he chats quite happily with his frightened wife Dása. Journalist Pip Karen, his friend is also present to the dialogue and he has immediately an idea how to use this special situation. He tells to the new minister Borovec and his opponent professor Fibinger that there is a hippo in the zoo which can speak. He also tells them how to use this situation for a political propaganda.
Political SatireAbsurdist ComedySurrealCzech CinemaNostalgicEccentricSocial CommentaryPropaganda
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Is Hroch worth watching?
23
TerribleGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 24/100 (IMDb 1.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Hroch?
1 h 35 min
Hroch runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is Hroch in?
Czech
It was made in Czech. Produced in XC.