Strange Way of Life
Directed by Pedro Almodóvar
Produced by El Deseo, Saint Laurent
A meditative Western about two men reuniting after 25 years to reckon with a past romantic relationship and the lives they've built apart.
After 25 years, a former hired gun visits his old colleague, now a small-town sheriff. Their past relationship is explored, as is how they reflect on it in the present.
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Is Strange Way of Life sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Is Strange Way of Life violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Strange Way of Life easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
Is Strange Way of Life scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Does Strange Way of Life end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Strange Way of Life
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Strange Way of Life
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Strange Way of Life, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Strange Way of Life, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Strange Way of Life, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
