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Butterflies
2002·Movie
·12min·
Butterflies fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Scare6
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age7
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
- Dark Humor1
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Standout sound design and cinematography
- Sound Centrality9
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
Energy
HighNerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Butterflies is nerve-racking. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout sound design and cinematography
Look and sound: the sound design and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A teenage girl experiences menacing unease after arriving home from school.
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What is Butterflies rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Butterflies?
0 h 12 min
Butterflies runs 0 h 12 min.
What language is Butterflies in?
English
It was made in English.