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The Party
2004·Movie
·1h 28min·
The Party fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
Heart
Melancholic and nostalgic
- Melancholy7
- Nostalgia7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
History, society, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Party is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's melancholic and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- 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.
World
MediumHistory, society, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around history, society, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual 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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
In the summer of 1991 the war broke out in Croatia. In a holiday house in Fruška Gora hills in Serbia, near the border with Croatia, a group of young people are having a birthday party. They try to have some fun and act like nothing is going on. The party is shattered by the war. They can hear the artillery, but something is also happening between them. Inevitably, some of the boys end up on the frontline and everyone of them is effected by the war that is starting to rage. "The Party" is about individual destinies of the characters trapped in isolated house in hills and surrounded by growing paranoia of the officially not yet declared war.
Balkan WarBirthday PartyLoss of InnocenceParanoiaSocial CommentaryComing of AgeIndividual DestinyWar's Impact
Actors
Crew
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about The Party
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Party worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Party rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is The Party?
1 h 28 min
The Party runs 1 h 28 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Party?
Critics73
Audiences61
Not quite. Critics rate The Party higher (73) than audiences (61). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Party in?
Serbian
It was made in Serbian. Produced in Serbia.
What tropes does The Party use?
Cringe ComedyGranola GirlWild Teen PartyElephant in the Living RoomShout-OutExposition PartyAnachronism StewDodgy ToupeeHappy DanceHorrible HollywoodImprovRunning Gagand 31 more
TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for The Party, including Cringe Comedy, Granola Girl, Wild Teen Party.