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Cavalcade
1959·Movie
·1h 27min·
Cavalcade fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Satire & Parody2
World
History and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory and mystery
Its world is built around history and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
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.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- 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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Set on the Argentine coast in 1870, a man pretends to be an outlaw to catch an army deserter.
Argentine Historical Drama1870s SettingMystery & IntrigueOutlaw DisguiseArmy DeserterCoastal SettingRomancePolitical UndercurrentsTension & Suspense
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Cavalcade
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cavalcade worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cavalcade rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Cavalcade?
1 h 27 min
Cavalcade runs 1 h 27 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cavalcade?
Critics82
Audiences44
Not quite. Critics rate Cavalcade higher (82) than audiences (44). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Cavalcade in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Argentina, Germany.
What tropes does Cavalcade use?
The AlcoholicAlone in a CrowdAmbiguously GayBookendsThe ChanteuseDeath MontageThe EeyoreForegone ConclusionTime SkipStiff Upper LipNew Year Has ComeProgressive Era Montageand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Cavalcade, including The Alcoholic, Alone in a Crowd, Ambiguously Gay.