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Van Diemen's Land
2009·Movie
·1h 44min·
Van Diemen's Land fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Moving and cathartic
- Pathos8
- Catharsis7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Cringe Humor1
World
History, a real life story, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighViolent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Van Diemen's Land is violent, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMoving and cathartic
Emotionally, it's moving and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, a real life story, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, a real life story, and crime. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Hunger is a strange silence
The true story of Australia’s most notorious convict, Alexander Pearce and his infamous journey into the beautiful yet brutal Tasmanian wilderness. A point of no return for convicts banished from their homeland, Van Diemen’s Land was a feared and dreaded penal settlement at the end of the earth.
Historical Survival DramaAustralian Penal ColonyCannibalismBleak & ViolentPsychological HorrorTrue Story AdaptationMan vs. WildernessIsolation & DesperationMorality & Survival
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Questions about Van Diemen's Land
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Van Diemen's Land worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 75%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Van Diemen's Land rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Van Diemen's Land?
1 h 44 min
Van Diemen's Land runs 1 h 44 min.
Is Van Diemen's Land based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Van Diemen's Land?
Critics75
Audiences54
Not quite. Critics rate Van Diemen's Land higher (75) than audiences (54). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Van Diemen's Land in?
EnglishIrish
It was made in English, with some Irish. Produced in Australia.
In how many countries can I watch Van Diemen's Land?
15
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What tropes does Van Diemen's Land use?
Sentenced to Down UnderHad to Come to Prison to Be a CrookI Am a HumanitarianNo Party Like a Donner PartyPenal ColonyDisposing of a BodyDwindling Party
TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Van Diemen's Land, including Sentenced to Down Under, Had to Come to Prison to Be a Crook, I Am a Humanitarian.