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The Trenches
2010·Movie
·6min·
The Trenches fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
History, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Novelty7
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing8
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Trenches is brutally violent, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, war, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, visual style, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
This animated short by Claude Cloutier is a pictorial account of an attack on Canadian soldiers during WWI. On the edge of the battlefield, recruits are dreading the order to attack. At the signal, a young soldier leaps into a hell of fire and blood where the earth engulfs both the living and the dead. Blending archival images and Cloutier’s hypnotizing brushstroke, the film is a dazzling illustration of the futility of war.
Animated War ShortWWI Trench WarfareFutility of WarHypnotic VisualsExperimental AnimationDazzling BrushstrokeVisceral & DisturbingHistorical Reflection
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Is The Trenches worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Trenches rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Trenches?
0 h 6 min
The Trenches runs 0 h 6 min.
What language is The Trenches in?
FrenchEnglish
It was made in French, with some English. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch The Trenches?
2
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