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Masterful craft, immersive world.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Moving and cathartic
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor4
World
Everyday modern life, society, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction9
- Acting9
- Narrative Structure9
Style
Standout editing, cinematography, and score
- Editing9
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Close-Up 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.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and cathartic
Emotionally, it's moving and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighEveryday modern life, society, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
Very highStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure9Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout editing, cinematography, and score
Look and sound: the editing, cinematography, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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A real-life situation based on a real incident in actual locations with actual people involved.
This fiction-documentary hybrid uses a sensational real-life event—the arrest of a young man on charges that he fraudulently impersonated the well-known filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf—as the basis for a stunning, multilayered investigation into movies, identity, artistic creation, and existence, in which the real people from the case play themselves.
Iranian CinemaDocufiction HybridIdentity ImpersonationMeta-NarrativeSocial CommentaryArtistic CreationPhilosophical ThemesComplex Storytelling
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Questions about Close-Up
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Close-Up worth watching?
87
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 8.2, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 92). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Close-Up rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Close-Up?
1 h 38 min
Close-Up runs 1 h 38 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Close-Up?
Critics91
Audiences86
Yes. Critics average 91 and audiences 86 out of 100, so both groups see Close-Up much the same way.
What language is Close-Up in?
PersianAzerbaijani
It was made in Persian, with some Azerbaijani. Produced in Iran.
In how many countries can I watch Close-Up?
2
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Close-Up in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Close-Up use?
Anachronic OrderArt ShiftAutobiographical RoleThe CameoThe ConInfo DumpTitle DropPerspective FlipSpinning PaperFreeze-Frame EndingMockumentaryProlonged Prologueand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Close-Up, including Anachronic Order, Art Shift, Autobiographical Role.