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The Monkey Folk
1989·Movie
·1h 25min·
The Monkey Folk fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Awe-inspiring and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Wonder9
- Wholesome7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Everyday modern life and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability5
- Novelty5
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure7
- Complexity7
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography9
- Sound Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
MediumSpectacular
The Monkey Folk is spectacular.
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowAwe-inspiring and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's awe-inspiring and wholesome. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality1Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
NoneStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality1Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth1Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting0Performance craft and presence.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational10Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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This comprehensive documentary explores the lives and behavior in the wild of over a hundred different simians species. Footage from such diverse places as Ethiopia, Japan, Sri Lanka and Brazil brings macaques, baboons, monkeys, orangutans and many other relatives of humankind to the screen. Because of its length and extensive coverage of its subject, it is of particular interest to those who are already keenly interested in its subject matter.
Nature DocumentaryWildlife ExplorationPrimate BehaviorEducationalVisually StunningWorld ImmersionBiodiversityAnimal KingdomFamily-FriendlyObservational
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Is The Monkey Folk worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Monkey Folk?
1 h 25 min
The Monkey Folk runs 1 h 25 min.
What language is The Monkey Folk in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.