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Contact
2009·Movie
·11min·
Contact fingerprint
Striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Scare4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos5
- Catharsis2
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind and technology
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Contact is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and technology
Its world is built around the mind and technology. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
Who it's for
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About
Short film by Jeremiah Kipp.
Psychological Horror ShortTech-Noir AestheticUncanny Valley AtmosphereExistential DreadCinematic Sound DesignMinimalist NarrativeDigital AlienationBleak & AtmosphericVisually StrikingSlow-Burn Tension
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Contact
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Contact worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Contact rated?
Disturbing imageryViolence
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and violence.
How long is Contact?
0 h 11 min
Contact runs 0 h 11 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Contact?
Critics62
Audiences78
Not quite. Audiences rate Contact higher (78) than critics (62). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Contact in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Contact use?
Typeset in the FutureRaster VisionMeaningful EchoIt May Help You on Your QuestSuicide AttackForeshadowingDeliberately Bad ExampleFive-Second ForeshadowingObstructive BureaucratExact WordsBased on a True StoryEpic Tracking Shotand 100 more
TV Tropes lists 112 storytelling tropes for Contact, including Typeset in the Future, Raster Vision, Meaningful Echo.