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Joy of Man's Desiring
2014·Movie
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Striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life, class and money, and politics
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Complexity7
- Acting6
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, class and money, and politics
Its world is built around everyday modern life, class and money, and politics.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Que ta joie demeure is not a documentary about being a slave to the machine, alienation, dehumanisation or exploitation. Sound and image, editing and dramatic structure are merely employed to transpose workshops and factory floors into the cinematic space so as to explore the bizarre environments that workers adapt to and with which they skillfully interact, as if humanity had never done anything else since time immemorial.
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Is Joy of Man's Desiring worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Joy of Man's Desiring?
1 h 10 min
Joy of Man's Desiring runs 1 h 10 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Joy of Man's Desiring?
Critics72
Audiences64
Not quite. Critics rate Joy of Man's Desiring higher (72) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Joy of Man's Desiring in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Canada.