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When the Desert Calls
1922·Movie
·1h 0min·
When the Desert Calls fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Romance6
- Melancholy6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
- Cringe Humor1
World
History and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity4
- Dialogue Centrality3
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Centrality6
- Editing5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
When the Desert Calls 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.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowHistory and mystery
Its world is built around history and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
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About
British bank cashier Eldred Caldwell lives with his wife on the edge of the Arabian desert. One day a man named Richard Manners appears at their doorstep. He has some incriminating information about Eldred, who is so devastated he disappears, an apparent suicide. His wife flees into the desert, with Manners in hot pursuit. She is taken in by an unlikely rescuer and years later, after she becomes a nurse when World War I ends, she makes a startling discovery.
Historical DramaDesert AdventureMystery ThrillerWWI BackdropPersonal TransformationRomantic PursuitSilent Film EraIntrigue and BetrayalPeriod Epic
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Is When the Desert Calls worth watching?
70
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How long is When the Desert Calls?
1 h 0 min
When the Desert Calls runs 1 h 0 min.
What language is When the Desert Calls in?
Englishxx
It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.