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The Dirty Hands
1979·Movie
·1h 50min·
The Dirty Hands fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Melancholy5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality6
- World Immersion5
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Dirty Hands is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The Dirty Hands
Kamal meets the wealthy widow Alyia and her brother-in-law Zaki. He also meets Saeed, who looks exactly like him and their relationship is strengthened. Zaki urges Kamal to withdraw a large sum from his company's safe to be a partner in one of his deals but discovers that he's a fraud.
Egyptian CinemaCrime DramaPsychological ThrillerIntrigueSocial CommentaryDoppelgangerFraud1970s
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What is The Dirty Hands rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is The Dirty Hands?
1 h 50 min
The Dirty Hands runs 1 h 50 min.
What language is The Dirty Hands in?
Arabic
It was made in Arabic. Produced in Egypt.