Live by Night

Audience emotional responses for 'Live by Night' are primarily driven by the intense atmosphere of its crime-drama setting. Anxiety is a dominant emotion, reflecting the constant danger, betrayals, and the precarious nature of Joe Coughlin's life in the criminal underworld. This is closely followed by Anticipation, as viewers are drawn into Joe's ambitious rise through the ranks and the unfolding of the epic narrative. Sadness is significant, stemming from the heavy personal cost of his choices, the inevitable betrayals, and the tragic consequences of a life of crime. Excitement is generated by the film's action sequences, the allure of the Jazz Age, and Joe's thrilling journey through various criminal landscapes. Anger is evoked by the ruthless characters, the pervasive corruption, and the acts of cruelty, particularly from groups like the Klansmen, fueling a desire for revenge. Empathy arises for characters battling for survival in a treacherous world, even as their moral lines blur, while the Disturbing nature of the violence and the dark realities of the era leave a lasting impression.