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Alive!
2009·Movie
·1h 30min·
Alive! fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Violence6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Satire & Parody1
- Dark Humor1
World
Family, everyday modern life, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
HighNerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Alive! is nerve-racking. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumFamily, everyday modern life, and society
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
A young college student from rural Albania leaves school to visit home, only to find himself embroiled in his family's deadly blood feud.
Albanian Social RealismBlood Feud TragedyRural IsolationGenerational TraumaMoral AmbiguityComing-of-Age CrisisGrim AtmosphereCultural AnthropologySlow-Burn Drama
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Questions about Alive!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Alive! worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Alive! rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Alive!?
1 h 30 min
Alive! runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Alive!?
Critics80
Audiences71
Not quite. Critics rate Alive! higher (80) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Alive! in?
Albanian
It was made in Albanian. Produced in Albania, France, Austria.
In how many countries can I watch Alive!?
44
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What tropes does Alive! use?
The LoadArtistic License – HistoryMacGyveringThe CaptainRedemption Equals DeathDramatic IronyDecoy ProtagonistAchilles in His TentRule of DramaDwindling PartyTalkative LoonPietà Plagiarismand 71 more
TV Tropes lists 83 storytelling tropes for Alive!, including The Load, Artistic License – History, MacGyvering.