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Next
2024·Movie
·12min·
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Funny, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Scare4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Plenty of cringe comedy and satire
- Cringe Humor8
- Satire & Parody7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Show business, everyday modern life, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and dialogue
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
MediumNerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Next is nerve-racking. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of cringe comedy and satire
Expect plenty of cringe comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor8Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumShow business, everyday modern life, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around show business, everyday modern life, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz10Entertainment industry and performance.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and dialogue
The performances, direction, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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An embittered casting director terrorises a naive yet promising actress in a desperate search for true talent.
Cruel Showbiz SatirePsychological ThrillerToxic MentorshipVisceral CringePower DynamicsDark RealismIntense DialogueMoral AmbiguityIndustry Critique
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Questions about Next
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Is Next worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 28% and Metacritic 42). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Next rated?
Strong languageDisturbing imageryDrug use
Content advisories: strong language, disturbing imagery, and drug use.
How long is Next?
0 h 12 min
Next runs 0 h 12 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Next?
Critics35
Audiences58
Not quite. Audiences rate Next higher (58) than critics (35). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Next in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Belgium.
What tropes does Next use?
I Know You're Watching MeMultiple-Choice FutureNo Good Deed Goes UnpunishedGirl of My DreamsMisapplied PhlebotinumFlash ForwardSave ScummingCombat ClairvoyanceMental Time TravelEye OpenTerrorists Without a CauseCliffhangerand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Next, including I Know You're Watching Me, Multiple-Choice Future, No Good Deed Goes Unpunished.