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Joke
2007·Movie
·1h 30min·
Joke fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Cathartic
Much of it is about family.
- Catharsis7
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowCathartic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Lyudochka Salnikova belongs to a rare type of happy women who are absolutely satisfied with how their lives have turned out. Timur's loving husband, caring father — what more could you wish for? One day Mila and her husband go on vacation to the village. A fire breaks out in the house where they are staying, after which the young woman disappears. Relatives, unable to find her, believe that Luda died in the fire… In fact, the heroine managed to survive. After a long ordeal, she arrives in Moscow and ... finds Timur in the arms of his father's young wife. The shocked woman discovers the bitter truth: her husband only pretended to love her, and her death did not upset him at all. The only goal of the faithful is to get Lyudmila's father to receive an inheritance. What remains for a woman who has lost all illusions overnight? Only take revenge on your abusers, restoring violated dignity and justice!
Revenge DramaContemporary Russian CinemaBetrayalPsychological ThrillerFamily DynamicsMoral JusticeCrimeRedemption
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Is Joke worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Joke rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Joke?
1 h 30 min
Joke runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Joke in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.