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The Dictator
1922·Movie
·1h 0min·NR·
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High energy.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
Heart
Romantic and hopeful
- Romance8
- Hopefulness7
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Some satire and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Physical Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
History and politics
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Dictator is thrilling and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumRomantic and hopeful
Emotionally, it's romantic and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome satire and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumHistory and politics
Its world is built around history and politics.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
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 Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Fights and thrills and gay romance in a Spanish banana republic- with a wild young American and a pretty senorita the center of it all.
A silent romantic adventure melodrama (from the play and novel by Richard Harding) about a womanizer who follows a beautiful Hispanic woman to her home country and his adventures there. He ends up helping her father become dictator of the entire country, and is rewarded with marriage to her and he is named Minister of Finance!
Silent Film EraRomantic AdventurePolitical IntrigueHistorical SettingClassic MelodramaExotic LocaleCharacter TransformationSocial CommentaryUplifting Narrative
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Questions about The Dictator
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Dictator worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 2.7 and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Dictator rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is The Dictator?
1 h 0 min
The Dictator runs 1 h 0 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Dictator?
Critics85
Audiences46
Not quite. Critics rate The Dictator higher (85) than audiences (46). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Dictator in?
Englishxx
It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Dictator use?
Shown Their WorkReleased to ElsewhereHow the Mighty Have FallenThe DictatorshipPunch-Clock VillainHistorical In-Joke"Nations of the World" MontageTake That!Ignored AesopGo-Karting with BowserCrapsack WorldEaglelandand 31 more
TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for The Dictator, including Shown Their Work, Released to Elsewhere, How the Mighty Have Fallen.