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Archipelago
2016·Movie
·1h 16min·
Archipelago fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Coming of Age5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Absurdist Humor1
World
Crime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity5
- Novelty4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Intrigue6
- Non-linear Narrative6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Archipelago is nerve-racking, scary, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowCrime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure Escapism
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You want something to laugh atGraphic violence bothers youYou scare easily
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About
The summer of 2004, three teens are involved in a boat accident and an unknown girl ends up dead. Ten years later, the same group plus some others, travel to their summer cabin where the dark deeds of their past starts haunting them. Dangerous water skiis and a crazy person attacks them, and nobody knows why.
Nordic SlasherSummer Cabin HorrorGuilt and PunishmentWater-Based ThrillsTeenage TraumaAtmospheric DreadVisceral ViolenceRevenge PlotIsolation Horror
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Questions about Archipelago
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Archipelago worth watching?
32
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 33/100 (IMDb 3.8, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 82). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Archipelago rated?
ViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Archipelago?
1 h 16 min
Archipelago runs 1 h 16 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Archipelago?
Critics89
Audiences54
Not quite. Critics rate Archipelago higher (89) than audiences (54). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Archipelago in?
Norwegian
It was made in Norwegian. Produced in Norway.