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The Sound of the Shaking Earth
1990·Movie
The Sound of the Shaking Earth fingerprint
Striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Adrenaline3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Complexity7
- Non-linear Narrative7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Sound of the Shaking Earth is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Freely based on Gide ('Paludes') and Hawthorne ('Wakefield'), this is a film about a writer who never wrote anything and who blows at nightfall the breath of frost. The poem by Carlos Queiroz to which the above sentences belong is not cited in 'O som da Terra a Tremer', but the atmosphere is that, between written letters never received. Fiction within fiction, stories within stories, like those Chinese boxes in which there is always one inside another. Or the two margins of the same river, always being lateral.
Experimental FilmLiterary AdaptationSurreal NarrativePhilosophical ThemesAmbiguous StorytellingAvant-GardePsychological ExplorationPortuguese Cinema
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Is The Sound of the Shaking Earth worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Sound of the Shaking Earth?
1 h 33 min
The Sound of the Shaking Earth runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is The Sound of the Shaking Earth in?
Portuguese
It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Portugal.