The Quiet American
In war, the most powerful weapon is seduction.
Directed by Phillip Noyce
Produced by Mirage Enterprises, IMF Internationale Medien und Film 2 & Produktions
A morally ambiguous colonial-era romance set against the Vietnam War, where jealousy and ideological conflict corrode love and principle alike.
Cynical British journalist Fowler falls in love with a young Vietnamese woman but is dismayed when a naïve U.S. official also begins vying for her attention. In retaliation, Fowler informs the communists that the American is selling arms to their enemy.
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Is The Quiet American sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Does The Quiet American end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 78% of films.
Is The Quiet American scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is The Quiet American violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Quiet American easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like The Quiet American
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Quiet American, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Quiet American, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
