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City of Wax
1934·Movie
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Emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle3
- Tension2
Heart
Wholesome
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness6
- Wonder6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Physical Comedy1
World
History
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality3
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction5
- Narrative Structure5
- Acting3
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Music Composition4
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
City of Wax is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
NoneWholesome
Emotionally, it's wholesome.
All heart traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- 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.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
All craft traits
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Acting3Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth2Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
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City of Wax is a 1934 American short documentary film produced by Horace and Stacy Woodard about the life of a bee. It won the Oscar at the 7th Academy Awards in 1935 for Best Short Subject (Novelty). Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with the UCLA Film and Television Archive in 2007.
Nature DocumentaryInsect WorldEducational FilmClose-Up PhotographyHistorical PreservationAcademy Award WinnerBeekeepingEarly Cinema
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Is City of Wax worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is City of Wax?
0 h 9 min
City of Wax runs 0 h 9 min.
What language is City of Wax in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does City of Wax use?
Blade-of-Grass CutBookendsNarrative-Driven Nature DocumentaryNarratorNature DocumentaryOld MaidThe PlaceTitle DropYou Have Outlived Your UsefulnessThe X of Y
TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for City of Wax, including Blade-of-Grass Cut, Bookends, Narrative-Driven Nature Documentary.