Inside Llewyn Davis

Inside Llewyn Davis primarily evokes a strong sense of Sadness and Melancholy as audiences witness the protagonist's relentless struggle and cyclical failures in the bleak 1961 Greenwich Village folk scene. Empathy is high, as viewers connect with his plight despite his self-inflicted obstacles. The film also elicits Nostalgia for the era and its music, alongside a distinctive dry, dark Humor characteristic of the Coen Brothers. Moments of Awe are present due to the authentic and powerful musical performances, while Anxiety and a degree of Anger stem from Llewyn's precarious situation and frustrating choices.