The Big Lebowski

As a quintessential cult comedy, 'The Big Lebowski' primarily evokes strong feelings of Humor, Joy, and Happiness, driven by its iconic dialogue, eccentric characters, and the absurd situations 'The Dude' finds himself in. A significant amount of Confusion is also present, as the audience, much like the protagonist, navigates the intentionally convoluted crime plot. The 'Crime' genre elements contribute to Anxiety and Anger, largely personified by Walter Sobchak's volatile outbursts and the Dude's low-level distress. Curiosity and Surprise are maintained by the film's unpredictable narrative and quirky encounters, while Empathy is felt for the Dude as he simply tries to get recompense for his rug. The more serious crime elements are consistently subverted for comedic effect, ensuring that emotions like fear or sadness remain minimal.