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The Ox
2013·Movie
·10min·
The Ox fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Moving and hopeful
- Pathos7
- Hopefulness7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and a real life story
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumMoving and hopeful
Emotionally, it's moving, hopeful, and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- 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.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and a real life story
Its world is built around everyday modern life and a real life story.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- 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.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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A portrait of master woodworker and Vietnam veteran Eric Hollenbeck
Biographical PortraitVietnam VeteranMaster WoodworkerArtisan LifeContemplativeHuman InterestCharacter StudyAmerican Craftsman
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Questions about The Ox
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How long is The Ox?
0 h 10 min
The Ox runs 0 h 10 min.
Is The Ox based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is The Ox in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Ox use?
And StarringBased on a True StoryBig "NO!"Crapsack WorldDay Hurts Dark-Adjusted EyesGood ShepherdIn the Style ofOh, Crap!Single Mom StripperWhere Are They NowVerbal IronyA Taste of the Lash
TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for The Ox, including And Starring, Based on a True Story, Big "NO!".