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The Island of the Lost
1921·Movie
·1h 18min·
The Island of the Lost fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Scare6
Heart
Nostalgic and wondrous
- Nostalgia7
- Wonder7
- Romance5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Absurdist Humor4
- Satire & Parody4
World
History and technology
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowNostalgic and wondrous
Emotionally, it's nostalgic and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory and technology
Its world is built around history and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A loose, unauthorized adaptation of the 1896 novel The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells. Somewhat illogical, the film has more emphasis on comedy and romance than horror, but offers "memorable glimpses of human-animal hybrids".
Early Sci-FiLost FilmGerman ExpressionismIsland of Doctor Moreau AdaptationHuman-Animal HybridsComedyRomanceSilent Film
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Is The Island of the Lost worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Island of the Lost rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Island of the Lost?
1 h 18 min
The Island of the Lost runs 1 h 18 min.
What language is The Island of the Lost in?
Germanxx
It was made in German, with some xx. Produced in Germany.