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The Annunciation
2011·Movie
·36min·
The Annunciation fingerprint
Striking style, calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle3
- Tension2
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Wondrous and wholesome
- Wonder8
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Faith and meaning and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization8
- Music Composition7
Energy
NoneCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Annunciation is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumWondrous and wholesome
Emotionally, it's wondrous, wholesome, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFaith and meaning and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around faith and meaning and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
This charming and casually reverent work is an authorized single-screen version of an installation by celebrated video artist Ahtila. Amid stunning snow-draped forests, a women’s theatrical group rehearses a stage version of the Annunciation (the director is played by Aki Kaurismäki’s signature actress Kati Outinen), in the process discovering the parallel worlds of humans and animals, and the proximity of the ordinary to the miraculous.
Contemplative Spiritual DramaWinter Wonderland AestheticTheatrical Rehearsal NarrativeHuman-Animal ParallelsMiraculous in the OrdinaryKaurismäki-esque MinimalismCharming & Reverent ToneVisual PoetryArt Installation Adaptation
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Is The Annunciation worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Annunciation?
0 h 36 min
The Annunciation runs 0 h 36 min.
What language is The Annunciation in?
Finnish
It was made in Finnish. Produced in Finland.
What tropes does The Annunciation use?
Naked on ArrivalSatanChurch MilitantBreak the CutieWriter on BoardNaked First ImpressionHeroic BSoDStylistic SuckForegone ConclusionAwful Wedded LifeCreepy ChildMouth-to-Mouth Force-Feedingand 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for The Annunciation, including Naked on Arrival, Satan, Church Militant.