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40,000 Years of Dreaming
1996·Movie
40,000 Years of Dreaming fingerprint
Calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle2
- Tension1
- Fast Pace1
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Hopefulness4
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Society, history, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Meta Narrative9
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
Energy
NoneCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
40,000 Years of Dreaming is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension1Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumSociety, history, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, history, and show business. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative9Stories about storytelling.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
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The British Film Institute Presents The Century of Cinema: Australia and New Zealand
Australian-born filmmaker George Miller offers a personal view of Australian films. He suggests that they can be regarded as visual music, public dreaming, mythology, and song-lines. In extrapolating the idea of movies as song-lines he examines feature films under the following categories: songs of the land; the bushman; the convicts; the bush-rangers; mates and larrikins; the digger; pommy bashing; the sheilas; gays; the wogs; blackfellas; and urban subversion. He then concludes that these films can be thought of as "Hymns that sing of Australia."
Australian Cinema HistoryCultural AnthropologyFilm Theory DocumentaryNational Identity ExplorationReflective AnalysisMythology & StorytellingSocio-Political CommentaryArchival FootageAcademic Film Study
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Is 40,000 Years of Dreaming worth watching?
65
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How long is 40,000 Years of Dreaming?
1 h 7 min
40,000 Years of Dreaming runs 1 h 7 min.
What language is 40,000 Years of Dreaming in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United Kingdom.