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Holocaust
1978·Show
Holocaust fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Violence7
- Spectacle6
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
- Family Dynamics9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Cringe Humor1
World
History, society, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Holocaust is tense and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and profoundly sad. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, society, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, society, and politics. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, characters, and direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
A story of hope in a time of despair
Berlin, Germany, 1935. The day Karl Weiss, a Jewish painter, and Inga Helms, a Christian woman, marry, is the one in which both of them and the entire Weiss family are caught up in the maelstrom of the Nazi regime, the storms of World War II and the horrors of the criminal Final Solution, the Holocaust, the Shoah; while Erik Dorf, an ambitious lawyer, undertakes his fall into hell at the hands of the sinister Reinhard Heydrich.
Historical EpicWWII DramaGenocide DepictionFamily SagaTragic & SomberPolitical PersecutionHuman ResilienceEducational ValueSocio-Political Commentary
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Questions about Holocaust
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Is Holocaust worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Holocaust rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How many seasons does Holocaust have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 4 episodes.
Is Holocaust based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
When did Holocaust air?
S1
It ran from 1978 to 1978 and has ended.
What language is Holocaust in?
EnglishCzechFrenchGermanHebrewRussian
It was made in English, with some Czech, French, German, Hebrew, Russian. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Holocaust?
6
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What tropes does Holocaust use?
Grandpa the VeteranAnyone Can DieSomeone to Remember Him ByYou Are Worth HellLovable JockHeel RealizationUsed to Be a Sweet KidDead Guy JuniorEvil Cannot Comprehend GoodSpoiled SweetFingoreBittersweet Endingand 19 more
TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Holocaust, including Grandpa the Veteran, Anyone Can Die, Someone to Remember Him By.