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Cold Lazarus
1996·Show
Cold Lazarus fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Spectacle5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Wonder6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor3
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The future, the mind, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Ambiguity9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Complexity9
- Direction8
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Cold Lazarus is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe future, the mind, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the future, the mind, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Cold Lazarus is a four-part British television drama written by Dennis Potter with the knowledge that he was dying of pancreatic cancer. Forming the second half of a pair with the television serial Karaoke, it is Potter's sole science fiction work.
In a bleak, synthetic 24th-century dystopian Britain, scientists work on reviving the mind of 20th-century writer Daniel Feeld, whose head was frozen after Feeld's death shortly after the events of 'Karaoke'. Progress has not been made, so discontinuation is considered, but media mogul David Siltz, who has been spying on the project, envisages a fortune from broadcasting Feeld's memories on TV.
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Is Cold Lazarus worth watching?
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What is Cold Lazarus rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Cold Lazarus have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 4 episodes of about 65 minutes each.
When did Cold Lazarus air?
S1
It ran from 1996 to 1996 and has ended.
What language is Cold Lazarus in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Cold Lazarus?
2
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