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Macbeth
1922·Movie
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension8
- Violence7
- Scare5
Heart
Moving and nostalgic
- Pathos8
- Nostalgia8
- Melancholy7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
The mind, politics, and history
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Standout characters and storytelling
- Character Depth9
- Narrative Structure8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMoving and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's moving, nostalgic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowThe mind, politics, and history
Its world is built around the mind, politics, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality0Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological10Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout characters and storytelling
The characters and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality0Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition0Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality0Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality0Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Macbeth is a black and white 1922 film adaptation of the William Shakespeare play Macbeth. It was the last silent film version of that play produced, and the eighth film adaptation of the play. It was directed by H. B. Parkinson and produced by Frank Miller.
Silent FilmShakespearean TragedyAmbitious Power StrugglePsychological DramaHistorical EpicClassic Literature AdaptationGuilt & MadnessRegal ViolenceBleak ForeshadowingArt-House
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Questions about Macbeth
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Macbeth worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Macbeth rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
Do critics and audiences agree on Macbeth?
Critics83
Audiences65
Not quite. Critics rate Macbeth higher (83) than audiences (65). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Macbeth in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Macbeth use?
Sacred HospitalityDespair Event HorizonSecret Test of CharacterAnti-VillainRightful King ReturnsWould Hurt a ChildIgnored EpiphanyDriven to SuicideEven Bad Men Love Their MamasProperly ParanoidOnly in It for the MoneyPyrrhic Victoryand 161 more
TV Tropes lists 173 storytelling tropes for Macbeth, including Sacred Hospitality, Despair Event Horizon, Secret Test of Character.