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What the Day Owes the Night fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Deeply romantic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Romance9
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy2
- Satire & Parody2
World
History, society, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
What the Day Owes the Night 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.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
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- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
HighDeeply romantic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, moving, and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
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- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, society, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, society, and politics. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
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- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Algeria, the 1930s. Younes is nine years old when he is put in his uncle's care in Oran. Rebaptized Jonas, he grows up among the Rio Salado youths, with whom he becomes friends. Emilie is one of the gang; everyone is in love with her. A great love story develops between Jonas and Emilie, which is soon unsettled by the conflicts troubling the country.
AlgeriaFrench ColonialismForbidden LoveHistorical DramaComing of AgeSocial CommentaryPolitical IntrigueMulti-GenerationalCultural Conflict
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Is What the Day Owes the Night worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is What the Day Owes the Night rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is What the Day Owes the Night?
2 h 42 min
What the Day Owes the Night runs 2 h 42 min.
What language is What the Day Owes the Night in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France, Algeria, Tunisia.
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