Movie

Only a Comedian

1935 · 95 min

A stately, bittersweet costume drama that builds quiet tension toward a sacrificial, emotionally charged climax.

Overview: A moving actor at the rococo era shows the power-hungry-crude minister of a small state prince in the barriers, while he makes use of his resemblance to the sovereign and slips in his role. - Double role for Rudolf Forster who plays his figures very much chilly.
How it feels: Melancholic, tense, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Power, corruption, justice, identity
Content: Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.
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Tone: melancholicstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
darkstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: power
corruption
justice
identity
betrayal
Places: single country house
small town
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: None
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence mild
Sex mild