Amadeus (1984)
A disciplined composer's envy curdles into obsession as a hedonistic prodigy's genius soars and burns.
Disciplined Italian composer Antonio Salieri becomes consumed by jealousy and resentment towards the hedonistic and remarkably talented young Salzburger composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
How intense is Amadeus?
Amadeus has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG.
What Amadeus feels like
- Tone
- melancholygrittycampyepicintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes.
Where to stream Amadeus
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Is Amadeus for you?
Is Amadeus scary?
No. Amadeus is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Amadeus gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Amadeus sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Amadeus OK for kids?
It is rated PG and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is Amadeus?
Amadeus runs 2h 40m.
Where can I stream Amadeus?
Amadeus is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Amadeus have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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