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The Lost Generation
1968·Movie
The Lost Generation fingerprint
Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline2
- Fast Pace2
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
World
Everyday modern life, politics, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Lost Generation is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, politics, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, politics, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The engineer Ambrus has been suspended in his job because he publicly called the attention of the customers to a construction mistake of some goods designed to be exported. His immediate boss learns the news on a business trip to Paris. He meets his old friend Lendvay, an emigrant from Hungary, and his French wife in a cellar bar. After their talk Benkő starts seeing things in a different perspective. When he returns home, he decides to take a stand for Ambrus against Ferenczi, the general director, despite his wife's and the old director's advice.
Hungarian New WavePolitical DramaExistential CrisisBureaucratic SatireCold War Era RealismMoral DilemmaSlow-Burn Character StudyIntellectual DialogueMelancholic ToneSocial Conformity vs. Integrity
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Is The Lost Generation worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Lost Generation?
1 h 35 min
The Lost Generation runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is The Lost Generation in?
Hungarian
It was made in Hungarian. Produced in Hungary.