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The Elk
2016·Movie
The Elk fingerprint
Funny, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Hopefulness7
- Family Dynamics7
- Wonder6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and slapstick
- Absurdist Humor8
- Physical Comedy7
- Situational Comedy6
World
Family
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Elk is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowHopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and slapstick
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- 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.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
Comedy fuses with science fiction in this quirky film about the chaos that ensues when an “elk” (in fact, a tall individual who wears a coat, does not speak, and has an elk’s head and antlers) emerges from the forest near a small town. Accepted by a family who interacts with him as if nothing is unusual, they initially shelter their guest from their neighbors. But not for long!
Absurdist ComedyEccentric CharactersSurreal SituationsQuirky Small TownFamily DynamicsSocial CommentaryFrench CinemaGentle Humor
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Is The Elk worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Elk?
1 h 23 min
The Elk runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is The Elk in?
French
It was made in French.