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2012 · 137 min · R

The Master

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson · Drama

The Master (2012) is a Drama film, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson set in San Francisco, New York City, and London during the 1940s–1950s. It runs 137 minutes and is rated R.

Themes of obsession, faith / religion, and identity run throughout.

Composer
Jonny Greenwood
Cinematography
Barry IdoineMihai Malaimare Jr.
Cast
Joaquin PhoenixPhilip Seymour HoffmanAmy AdamsRami MalekLaura DernJesse PlemonsAmbyr ChildersMadisen Beaty

The world of this film

Premise & themes

Themes
ObsessionFaith / ReligionIdentity
Tone
MelancholicContemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadTwo HanderAntihero
Pacing
Slow Burn
Dialogue
Talky Dialogue Driven
Based on
Inspired By Real Events
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