40 Days at Base Camp
6.8
40 Days at Base Camp fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Thrilling
- Adrenaline7
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Wondrous and hopeful
- Wonder8
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and sports
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and sports
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life and sports. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Biographical5Lives of notable figures.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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a documentary filmed on mount everest by dianne whelan
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Is 40 Days at Base Camp worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is 40 Days at Base Camp?
1 h 28 min
40 Days at Base Camp runs 1 h 28 min.
What language is 40 Days at Base Camp in?
It was made in English, with some Nepali, Spanish, Italian. Produced in Canada.
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