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Re: Awakenings
2013·Movie
·18min·
Re: Awakenings fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Fast Pace2
- Spectacle2
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
A real life story, history, and society
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Character Depth7
- Acting6
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
- Editing7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Re: Awakenings is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic, moving, and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumA real life story, history, and society
Its world is built around a real life story, history, and society.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
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Original Super 8 footage shot by Dr. Oliver Sacks of his patients at Beth Abraham Hospital, Bronx, NY, who were administered the drug L-Dopa in the summer of 1969 and “awakened” after decades of inactivity is featured in this cine-poem that combines archival footage with a score for solo saxophone composed by Philip Glass.
Experimental DocumentaryArchival FootagePhilip Glass ScoreMedical HistoryOliver Sacks1960sNeurological AwakeningSaxophone MusicCine-Poem
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Is Re: Awakenings worth watching?
64
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How long is Re: Awakenings?
0 h 18 min
Re: Awakenings runs 0 h 18 min.
Is Re: Awakenings based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Re: Awakenings in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.