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Floating
1997·Movie
·1h 30min·
Floating fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Violence6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor4
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Everyday modern life, growing up, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, growing up, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, growing up, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
One tragedy destroyed his life. Another one saved it.
Already suffering fiscal and emotional bankruptcy after a car crash shatters his life, young Van finds himself in a vacuum when his buddies go off to college and he stays behind to look after his disabled, alcoholic father. Lacking an outlet for his rage, Van starts to run with two local punks and drifts into a life of crime. Then he meets Doug, who seems to have everything Van desires ... but Doug has demons of his own.
Independent FilmComing-of-AgeBleak RealismSmall TownCrime DramaDysfunctional FamilyEmotional StruggleCharacter Study
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Is Floating worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Floating rated?
Drug useStrong languageViolence
Content advisories: drug use, strong language, and violence.
How long is Floating?
1 h 30 min
Floating runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Floating in?
English
It was made in English.