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Checks & Balances
2016·Movie
·1h 36min·
Checks & Balances fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Violence3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Satire & Parody2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Politics, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Dialogue Quality6
- Character Depth6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality4
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Checks & Balances 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.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumPolitics, 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.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics10Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality2Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Accommodated since Algeria's Bloody Decade of the 1990’s in the "House of the Press", the journalists of the famous daily newspaper El Watan await the completion of their new offices, a symbol of their independence. My camera is embedded in their newsroom as they follow the events of this new Algerian spring... President Bouteflika has set his sights on a 4th term. Beyond what we call the Arab revolutions and other mediatized terms, I wanted this film to serve as a memorial to the women and men, young and less young, who battle daily to safeguard the freedom of information in a politically and socially fossilized country.
Political DocumentaryJournalistic IntegrityAlgerian HistoryFreedom of PressSociopolitical CommentaryObservational CinemaPost-Colonial ContextCivic DutySlow-Burn NarrativeReal-World Stakes
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Is Checks & Balances worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Checks & Balances?
1 h 36 min
Checks & Balances runs 1 h 36 min.
What language is Checks & Balances in?
FrenchArabic
It was made in French, with some Arabic. Produced in France, Algeria.