6.8
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The Rebel
1961·Movie
The Rebel fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Melancholy6
- Wholesome5
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody8
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Situational Comedy6
World
Show business, history, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumShow business, history, and society
Its world is built around show business, history, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- 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 Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Watch Out Picasso... Here Comes Tony Hancock!
Anthony Hancock gives up his office job to become an abstract artist. He has a lot of enthusiasm, but little talent, and critics scorn his work. Nevertheless, he impresses an emerging very talented artist. Hancock proceeds to con the art world into thinking he is a genius.
British SatireArt World ParodyEccentric CharactersHistoricalShowbizWit and WordplaySocial CommentaryNostalgic
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Is The Rebel worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Rebel?
1 h 45 min
The Rebel runs 1 h 45 min.
What language is The Rebel in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Rebel?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Rebel in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Rebel use?
Artsy BeretCranky LandladyFloorboard FailureHold the Unsolicited IngredientHypocritical HumourLittering Is No Big DealLow ClearanceTerrible ArtistStraw CriticMarket-Based TitleKavorka Man
TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for The Rebel, including Artsy Beret, Cranky Landlady, Floorboard Failure.