Veve

Name: Veve
Genre: Drama, Crime
Released: 2014-06-20
Duration: 1 h 30 min
Cast: Lowry Odhiambo, Emo Rugene, Lizz Njagah, Conrad Makeni, Abubakar Mire

2014·Movie

·1h 30min·

6.0

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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension7
Fast Pace6
Violence6

Heart

Moving

Pathos7
Melancholy6
Catharsis6

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

Satire & Parody5
Wit & Wordplay4
Dark Humor4

World

Politics, everyday modern life, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality8
Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

Acting8
Character Depth8
Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Editing7
Music Composition7

Energy

Medium

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Veve is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.

Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare3Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Moving

Emotionally, it's moving.

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All heart traits

Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.

Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

Related traits

Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Humor

Low

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some satire.

All humor traits

Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.

World

Medium

Politics, everyday modern life, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around politics, everyday modern life, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.

Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

High

Standout performances and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

The performances and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.

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All craft traits

Acting8Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.

Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

High

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition7Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

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About

When truths reveal themselves too late

VEVE follows the lives of multiple characters trying to find themselves in a world of political intrigue, revenge, love and longings for success complemented by the background of the thriving yet unregulated veve business. Amos, an ambitious politician, is running for another term as Maua MP whilst facing his opponent Wadu in the extension of his veve empire.

Kenyan Political IntrigueSocial CommentaryClass ConflictAmbitious CharactersContemporary African LifeComplex RelationshipsRevenge ThemesMoral AmbiguityVeve Business

Crew

Directed by:

Simon Mukali

Written by:

Natasha Likimani

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