Irrational Man
Directed by Woody Allen
Produced by Perdido Productions, Gravier Productions
A darkly comedic examination of existential despair and moral compromise, centered on an inappropriate romance that offers false redemption.
On a small town college campus, a philosophy professor in existential crisis gives his life new purpose when he enters into a relationship with his student.
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Is Irrational Man sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Does Irrational Man end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Irrational Man violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Irrational Man easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Irrational Man scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Irrational Man
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Irrational Man, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Irrational Man, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
