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Once There Was a War
1966·Movie
Once There Was a War fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
History, growing up, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Once There Was a War is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, growing up, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Portrait of a boy.
The film is a window into the world of fifteen-year-old Tim, sharing his joys and sorrows and his first encounter with love, during the German occupation of Denmark in World War II.
World War IIComing-of-Age StoryDanish OccupationTeenage ExperienceFirst LoveHistorical DramaPsychological DepthSocial Commentary
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Is Once There Was a War worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Once There Was a War rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Once There Was a War?
1 h 32 min
Once There Was a War runs 1 h 32 min.
What language is Once There Was a War in?
DanishEnglishGerman
It was made in Danish, with some English, German. Produced in Denmark.