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Waves
2023·Movie
·17min·
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Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Spectacle3
- Scare2
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Satire & Parody1
World
Faith and meaning, fantasy, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Waves is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFaith and meaning, fantasy, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around faith and meaning, fantasy, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A young fisherman struggling to accept a traumatic past finds comfort in his dreams.
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Questions about Waves
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How long is Waves?
0 h 17 min
Waves runs 0 h 17 min.
What language is Waves in?
Filipino
It was made in Filipino.
What tropes does Waves use?
Abusive ParentsAccidental MurderAspect Ratio SwitchAs the Good Book Says...Bittersweet EndingBookendsHalfway Plot SwitchTragic KeepsakeDying ReconciliationCradling Your KillUnderwater KissPlease Wake Upand 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Waves, including Abusive Parents, Accidental Murder, Aspect Ratio Switch.