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Utopia
2010·Movie
·13min·
Utopia fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Coming of Age5
- Wholesome4
Humor
Plenty of satire and absurdist humor
- Satire & Parody9
- Absurdist Humor8
- Cringe Humor7
World
Society, everyday modern life, and politics
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Utopia is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of satire and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and politics
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and politics.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
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 Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
A student in politics, Jón, is covering for his friend from school as an assistant in the kitchen of a remotely situated home for the disabled for one weekend. Strange working procedures at the home come to Jón´s attention. Disputes seem to be resolved by a secret voting and Jón thinks democracy is threatened. But all is not what it seems.
Dark Satirical ComedySocial Critique of Welfare StateDeadpan AbsurdismPolitical AllegoryCharacter-Driven DramaIcelandic CinemaInstitutional BureaucracyMoral AmbiguitySharp Dialogue
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Utopia
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Utopia worth watching?
98
MasterpieceGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 98/100 (Metacritic 98). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Utopia?
0 h 13 min
Utopia runs 0 h 13 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Utopia?
Critics98
Audiences28
Not quite. Critics rate Utopia higher (98) than audiences (28). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Utopia in?
Icelandic
It was made in Icelandic. Produced in Iceland.