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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80.
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Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults
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Brent Podosek stars in director Richard Corso's surreal Americana satire about a traveling salesman who seeks knowledge and direction from a cult like group of salesmen, lead by their spiritual leader played by Cody Dermon. Winner of the Best Actor and Best Film award at the New York Film Awards, and nominated for Best Film at the CFVA Awards.
Surreal SatireAbsurdist ComedyAmericana CritiqueCult DynamicsPhilosophical ExplorationDarkly HumorousStylized VisualsIntellectual ComedySocial CommentaryOutstanding Acting
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Will The Salesman make me laugh?
Very funny
Yes, a lot: the humor is mostly satire (10 of 10) and absurd humor (9 of 10).
Can I half-watch The Salesman?
Easy watchDemanding
No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for complexity and 8 for philosophical.
What tropes does The Salesman use?
Leave the Camera RunningRed HerringLarge HamThe Un-RevealTragic MistakeTragic FlawFully-Clothed NudityAffectionate NicknameThe GhostPolice Are UselessRevenge Before ReasonNothing Is Scarierand 10 more
TV Tropes lists 22 tropes for it, including Leave the Camera Running, Red Herring, and Large Ham.