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The Magic Flute
2003·Movie
·3h 5min·
The Magic Flute fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle8
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
- Hopefulness8
- Wonder8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Fantasy, show business, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
Style
Standout score and cinematography
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition9
- Cinematography8
Energy
HighSpectacular
The Magic Flute is spectacular.
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wondrous
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wondrous, and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy, show business, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, show business, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout score and cinematography
Look and sound: the score and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
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The Queen of the Night enlists a handsome prince named Tamino to rescue her beautiful kidnapped daughter, Princess Pamina. Aided by the lovelorn bird hunter Papageno and a magical flute that holds the power to change the hearts of men, young Tamino embarks on a quest for true love, leading to the evil Sarastro's temple where Pamina is held captive. The internationally renowned Mozart interpreter Sir Colin Davis conducts the chorus and orchestra of the Royal Opera House and a glittering cast in David McVicar's 2003 production of the opera Mozart wrote in the final year of his life, recorded live at Covent Garden.
Opera AdaptationMozart's Magic FluteFantasy AdventureClassical MusicRoyal Opera HouseRomance and IntrigueSpectacular StagingComing-of-AgeMusical Storytelling
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Questions about The Magic Flute
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Magic Flute worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 8.7, Rotten Tomatoes 70%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Magic Flute?
3 h 5 min
The Magic Flute runs 3 h 5 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Magic Flute?
Critics73
Audiences77
Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see The Magic Flute much the same way.
What language is The Magic Flute in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does The Magic Flute use?
Nightmare FaceAffectionate ParodyDeath by AdaptationVillainous HarlequinTime-Shifted Actor"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueSpooky PhotographsPeople in Rubber SuitsShout-OutRelated in the AdaptationCall-BackDark Is Not Eviland 52 more
TV Tropes lists 64 storytelling tropes for The Magic Flute, including Nightmare Face, Affectionate Parody, Death by Adaptation.