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Rosa de Areia
1989·Movie
·1h 27min·
Rosa de Areia fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Satire & Parody2
World
The mind
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability9
- Ambiguity9
Craft
Standout direction, storytelling, and dialogue
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity9
- Non-linear Narrative9
- Direction8
Style
Standout visual style and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Rosa de Areia is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighThe mind
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the mind. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Related traits
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, storytelling, and dialogue
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, storytelling, and dialogue stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative9Time-shifts and structure play.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
Style
HighStandout visual style and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
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Marking a stylistically and philosophically turn away from the earlier features, The Sand Rose is Reis and Cordeiro’s most abstract, conceptual and literary work. The film’s collage structure gathers texts from multiple sources – including Kafka and Montaigne – and crafts a world of theatrical artifice far from the documentary inspired naturalism of Ana and Trás-os-Montes. Reis and Cordeiro’s least known film has lingered in obscurity and never recovered from the unfairly negative reviews that resulted in its severely limited release. Reis died less than two years later, just as he and Cordeiro were about to begin an ambitious adaptation of Juan Rulfo’s Pedro Parámo. - Harvard Film Archive
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Is Rosa de Areia worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Rosa de Areia?
1 h 27 min
Rosa de Areia runs 1 h 27 min.
What language is Rosa de Areia in?
PortugueseFrench
It was made in Portuguese, with some French. Produced in Portugal.