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The Book of Masters
2009·Movie
·1h 41min·
The Book of Masters fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
A beautiful and kind girl, daughter of Baba Yaga, finds a magical stone Alatyr while walking in a field. It transforms her heart into a stone and puts her under a queer curse. She is to be the evil Countess of Stones and live in a stone tower. If the greatest gem-cutter in the world brings the stone of Alatyr to life, though, she'll become the ruler of the world. The Stone Countess, now cruel and selfish, is fascinated with the idea. She starts searching for the best gem-cutters and forces them to work with Alatyr, so the magical stone would become a living thing. Neither of the gem-cutters succeeds, so she kills them. While being imprisoned in her tower, they work on a large book about the secrets of gem-cutting. Each of them edits the book, so it's later named "the Book of Masters".
Russian FantasyBaba YagaMagical StoneDark Fairy TaleQuestIntrigueFolkloreVisual Spectacle
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Questions about The Book of Masters
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Is The Book of Masters worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 4.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Book of Masters rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Book of Masters?
1 h 41 min
The Book of Masters runs 1 h 41 min.
Was The Book of Masters a box office hit?
Budget$8 million
Box office$11 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.
What language is The Book of Masters in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
What tropes does The Book of Masters use?
Hoist by His Own PetardNice Job Fixing It, Villain!Disappeared DadLike Mother, Unlike DaughterI "Uh" You, TooHair-Trigger TemperUniformity ExceptionBabies Ever AfterWell EntryEngagement ChallengeLiving StatueGlowing Gemand 36 more
TV Tropes lists 48 storytelling tropes for The Book of Masters, including Hoist by His Own Petard, Nice Job Fixing It, Villain!, Disappeared Dad.