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El man
2009·Movie
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Very funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Violence6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
- Pathos6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor9
- Satire & Parody9
- Situational Comedy8
World
Faith and meaning, everyday modern life, and society
- Novelty8
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowWholesome and hopeful
Emotionally, it's wholesome and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFaith and meaning, everyday modern life, and society
Its world is built around faith and meaning, everyday modern life, and society.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
Felipe De Las Aguas is a taxi driver in the capital, which is tired of seeing the injustices that happen around him, for this reason agrees to become "El Man", a superhero in the flesh, that with hard work, shrewdness and empirical justice helps others with their only super power: the faith.
Absurdist Superhero SatireColombian Urban RealismFolkloric JusticeDeadpan ComedyCultural CritiqueLow-Budget CharmIronic HeroismSocial CommentaryQuirky Character Study
Crew
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about El man
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is El man worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 2.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is El man rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
What language is El man in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish.