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Backbone
1975·Movie
·1h 26min·
Backbone fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Scare4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis3
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and satire
- Dark Humor9
- Satire & Parody8
- Absurdist Humor7
World
The mind and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity8
Craft
Standout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction8
- Complexity8
- Acting7
Style
Standout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Backbone is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and satire
Expect plenty of dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
An unbearable stench makes quite wide confusion among the residents of Belgrade. The microbiologist Pavle can not remember immediately where he smelled it, but recalls the event he witnessed as a child and the smell of a burning human. A visit to the crematorium gives him the assurance: The high number of suicides in the city has meant that the ovens are in continuous operation and will probably stay that way - because the stench is slowly making other people commit suicide, too.
Serbian Art HouseExistential HorrorDark SatireSocial AllegorySurreal & UnsettlingPsychological MysteryBleak & CynicalPhilosophical ThemesUnique Vision
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Is Backbone worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Backbone rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Backbone?
1 h 26 min
Backbone runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is Backbone in?
Serbian (Latin)
It was made in Serbian (Latin). Produced in Serbia.