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Selection
1970·Movie
·41min·
Selection fingerprint
Very funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace2
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
Humor
Plenty of cringe comedy and satire
- Cringe Humor10
- Satire & Parody10
- Wit & Wordplay9
World
Politics, society, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality10
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout dialogue and direction
- Dialogue Quality9
- Direction8
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Selection is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
Very highPlenty of cringe comedy and satire
Expect plenty of cringe comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor10Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody10Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighPolitics, society, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around politics, society, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics10Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
MediumStandout dialogue and direction
The dialogue and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
SELECTION documents a KISZ (Hungarian Young Communist League) chapter at an oil refinery that is interested in hiring a musical act as entertainment for young workers. The documentary shows the group discussing their criteria for the band, as well as their interviews with the individual bands. It is quickly apparent that the group isn’t interested in any sort of musical talent or the potential audiences’ interest. Rather, they are focused on ideological or moral issues that may be perceived as negative, such as groupies or outfits that are seen as too trendy. They settle on the musical group that is potentially the easiest to control, the youngest band. SELECTION works as a larger metaphor for what censorship was like in Socialist Hungary and was banned from being publicly screened until 1982.
Socialist Bureaucratic SatireCensored Historical DocumentAbsurd Ideological ControlDark Comedy of MannersHungarian New Wave CinemaCritique of CensorshipObservational MockumentaryKafkaesque Workplace DynamicsPolitical Absurdism
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Is Selection worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Selection?
0 h 41 min
Selection runs 0 h 41 min.
What language is Selection in?
Hungarian
It was made in Hungarian. Produced in Hungary.