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The Sturgeon Queens
2014·Movie
·53min·
The Sturgeon Queens fingerprint
Calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace3
- Tension2
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy0
World
Family, a real life story, and history
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
NoneCalm and low-key
The Sturgeon Queens is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wholesome, and nostalgic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- 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
MediumFamily, a real life story, and history
Its world is built around family, a real life story, and history.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Four generations of a Jewish immigrant family create Russ and Daughters, a Lower East Side lox and herring emporium that survives and thrives. Produced to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the store, this documentary features an extensive interview with two of the original daughters for whom the store was named, now 100 and 92 years old, and interviews with prominent enthusiasts of the store including Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, chef Mario Batali, New Yorker writer Calvin Trillin, and 60 Minutes correspondent Morley Safer. Rather than a conventional narrator, the filmmakers bring together six colorful longtime fans of the store, in their 80s and 90s, who sit around a table of fish reading the script in the style of a passover Seder. - Written by Julie Cohen
Jewish-American HistoryFamily BusinessImmigrant StoryNew York CityFood CultureDocumentaryNostalgicIntergenerational
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Questions about The Sturgeon Queens
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Is The Sturgeon Queens worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Sturgeon Queens?
0 h 53 min
The Sturgeon Queens runs 0 h 53 min.
Is The Sturgeon Queens based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is The Sturgeon Queens in?
English
It was made in English.