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Pelota

1983·Movie
47min
78
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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia5
  • Wholesome4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Sports, everyday modern life, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality4
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Character Depth5
  • Narrative Structure4

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

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About

A documentary view of the Basque ball-game in which a small hard leather ball is hit against a wall. The film gives an impression of the game itself and of those who play it, not only the star performers (and the myths that surround them), but also those who just play in the streets and alleyways. The film sees the game it its cultural context and conveys the emotions and stories that are peculiar to the Basque country.
Basque Cultural DocumentaryTraditional Sports HistoryCommunity & IdentityAuthentic Street-Level ObservationCinematic RealismIntergenerational HeritageAtmospheric Sound DesignAnthropological InsightUnderrated Sports Cinema

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Pelota legally?

Pelota is included with a subscription to DocAlliance Films in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Pelota worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Pelota?

0 h 47 min

Pelota runs 0 h 47 min.

What language is Pelota in?

BasqueSpanish

It was made in Basque, with some Spanish. Produced in Denmark.

In how many countries can I watch Pelota?

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