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Cow
2001·Movie
·13min·
Cow fingerprint
Funny, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Scare3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Wonder6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
- Absurdist Humor9
- Dark Humor7
- Satire & Parody5
World
The mind and society
- Ambiguity9
- Novelty9
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Cow is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and society
Its world is built around the mind and society. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality1Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality2Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic6Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
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About
A fable about two men and a cow lost at sea in search of land.
Two old men with Confucian beards are adrift in the ocean, a placid Friesian cow in tow. A surreal study on how quickly a minor event can evolve into something far more extreme, the film features no dialogue; rather, a guitar duet that escalates to a duel.
Surreal AbsurdityWordless NarrativeSymbolic ImageryExistential ThemesMelancholic MoodPsychological ExplorationDark HumorPhilosophical MusingsAvant-Garde
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Questions about Cow
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cow worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Cow?
0 h 13 min
Cow runs 0 h 13 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cow?
Critics88
Audiences73
Not quite. Critics rate Cow higher (88) than audiences (73). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Cow in?
English
It was made in English.