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Cinématon
1978·Movie
Cinématon fingerprint
Calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle2
- Adrenaline0
- Tension0
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia8
- Wholesome5
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Some absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor6
- Physical Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, history, and show business
- Novelty10
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion4
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Meta Narrative8
- Intrigue4
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
- Editing2
Energy
NoneCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Cinématon is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension0Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace0Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn10Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, history, and show business
Its world is built around everyday modern life, history, and show business. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability2Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality0Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Biographical6Lives of notable figures.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting2Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth2Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure1Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality0Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Related traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn10Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
Style
NoneFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing2Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality1Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition0Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality0The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
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Cinématon is a 156-hour long experimental film by French director Gérard Courant. It was the longest film ever released until 2011. Composed over 36 years from 1978 until 2006, it consists of a series of over 2,821 silent vignettes (cinématons), each 3 minutes and 25 seconds long, of various celebrities, artists, journalists and friends of the director, each doing whatever they want for the allotted time. Subjects of the film include directors Barbet Schroeder, Nagisa Oshima, Volker Schlöndorff, Ken Loach, Benjamin Cuq, Youssef Chahine, Wim Wenders, Joseph Losey, Jean-Luc Godard, Samuel Fuller and Terry Gilliam, chess grandmaster Joël Lautier, and actors Roberto Benigni, Stéphane Audran, Julie Delpy and Lesley Chatterley. Gilliam is featured eating a 100-franc note, while Fuller smokes a cigar. Courant's favourite subject was a 7-month-old baby. The film was screened in its then-entirety in Avignon in November 2009 and was screened in Redondo Beach, CA on April 9, 2010.
Experimental CinemaAvant-Garde PortraitureMonumental DurationCinematic Time CapsuleSilent VignettesCelebrity PortraitsMinimalist StructuralismGérard CourantUnscripted Human Behavior
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Is Cinématon worth watching?
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MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Cinématon?
208 h 0 min
Cinématon runs 208 h 0 min.
What language is Cinématon in?
Frenchxx
It was made in French, with some xx. Produced in France.