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Red Shift
1978·Movie
·1h 24min·
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Spectacle5
- Violence5
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy9
- Pathos8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
World
The mind, faith and meaning, and history
- Ambiguity9
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Red Shift is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn10Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
HighProfoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad, moving, and romantic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, faith and meaning, and history
Its world is built around the mind, faith and meaning, and history. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn10Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Three men at three different times in history come to Mow Top hill in search of sanctuary from their troubles. A Roman soldier, a medieval rebel and a 1970s young man. Somehow they seem linked through an energy within the hill and an axe. Is history doomed to repeat itself or can loving another person free them?
AtmosphericBritish Independent CinemaFolklore and HistoryTime-Shifting NarrativeMelancholy ReflectionIntimate DramaPsychological ExplorationRural SettingMeditativeClass Conflict
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Is Red Shift worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Red Shift rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Red Shift?
1 h 24 min
Red Shift runs 1 h 24 min.
What language is Red Shift in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.