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The Box
2011·Movie
·1h 26min·
The Box fingerprint
High energy, big heart, no humor.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Scare4
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos10
- Melancholy9
- Coming of Age9
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
War, growing up, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty5
- Dialogue Centrality3
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
The Box is brutally violent and tense.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, profoundly sad, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos10Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowWar, growing up, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around war, growing up, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
A grenade fired from a nearby hill kills the parents of a ten year old boy during the siege of Sarajevo in 1992. The Boy looses his ability to speak. A lady neighbor adopts and takes care of him. The Boy is thrown out from his destroyed apartment and begins to prowl around the city with a schoolmate. Too early and too soon, he goes through the process of growing up. He learns the meanings of such words as force, death, sex. He learns how to achieve. He learns about the values. He learns what matters the most. The Lady neighbor that takes care of him tries to shelter him and protect him. Unsuccessfully. The Boy rides to fall. Death and suffering become more frequent, and more severe. When the Lady neighbor's teenage son is killed by a sniper as a collateral damage, she then rejects the Boy. The Boy escapes the siege, and shoots from a cannon at the city.Fifteen years later, the Boy - now twenty five - and the Lady neighbor meet again. They are united in pain and suffering.
Wartime Coming-of-AgePsychological TraumaSarajevo Siege DramaBleak & DevastatingLoss of InnocenceVisceral Sound DesignTragic Human ConnectionHistorical RealismEmotional CatharsisDark & Heavy Atmosphere
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Questions about The Box
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Box worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6 and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Box rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySexual contentSuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, sexual content, and suicide themes.
How long is The Box?
1 h 26 min
The Box runs 1 h 26 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Box?
Critics47
Audiences56
Not quite. Audiences rate The Box higher (56) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is The Box in?
Serbian
It was made in Serbian. Produced in Serbia.
What tropes does The Box use?
Alien Fair FolkAdaptation ExpansionPop-Star ComposerGender FlipTwisted ChristmasSchmuck BaitKubrick StareRed Right HandBig Red ButtonDisproportionate RetributionFantastic AesopCrapsack Worldand 17 more
TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for The Box, including Alien Fair Folk, Adaptation Expansion, Pop-Star Composer.