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8 ½ $
1999·Movie
·1h 35min·
8 ½ $ fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Violence6
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and sharp wit
- Dark Humor9
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Satire & Parody8
World
Show business, crime, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction and dialogue
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowRomantic
Emotionally, it's romantic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of dark humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighShow business, crime, and society
Its world is built around show business, crime, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction and dialogue
The direction and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Gera, a respected director of TV commercials, thinks he's capable of creating a fiction movie masterpiece. Predictably, he ends up with owning money to a mafia and no film to show for. To make his life even crazier he falls in love with a girl who belongs to the boss of mafia.
Russian Black ComedyCrime SatireShowbiz ParodyMafia UnderworldCynical HumorUnlucky ProtagonistCharacter DrivenAbsurdist PlotThought-Provoking Comedy
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Questions about 8 ½ $
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is 8 ½ $ worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is 8 ½ $ rated?
ViolenceStrong languageSexual content
Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.
How long is 8 ½ $?
1 h 35 min
8 ½ $ runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is 8 ½ $ in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.