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The Dressmaker
2015·Movie
·16min·
The Dressmaker fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Pathos6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
Some sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Absurdist Humor5
- Situational Comedy4
World
Fantasy
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Showbiz5Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
A dressmaker is confronted with the decision to give up on his dream or lose his family. As his shop's fate hangs on the line, a charming mannequin comes to life and helps him design a dress in the hopes of changing his mind.
FantasyMannequinDressmakerRomanceWonderPsychologicalDreamsFashion Design
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Sequels and Prequels
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Questions about The Dressmaker
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Dressmaker worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Dressmaker?
0 h 16 min
The Dressmaker runs 0 h 16 min.
What language is The Dressmaker in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does The Dressmaker use?
Wholesome CrossdresserGorgeous Period DressCruel and Unusual DeathNo Good Deed Goes UnpunishedThe Power of LoveLet the Past BurnCompressed AdaptationComposite CharacterShoo Out the ClownsAdaptational Job ChangeEvil MakeoverNever Trust a Trailerand 31 more
TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for The Dressmaker, including Wholesome Crossdresser, Gorgeous Period Dress, Cruel and Unusual Death.