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The Burden fingerprint
Stunning style, funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Melancholic and wondrous
- Melancholy8
- Wonder7
- Pathos6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody6
- Dark Humor5
World
Fantasy, technology, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction9
- Narrative Structure7
- Complexity7
Style
Standout score, visual style, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition10
- Visual Stylization10
- Music Centrality10
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Burden is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and wondrous
Emotionally, it's melancholic and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighFantasy, technology, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around fantasy, technology, and the future. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Surrealism10Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Acting0Performance craft and presence.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
Very highStandout score, visual style, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score, visual style, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition10Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality10The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
Related traits
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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A shopping center along a large highway is the scene of an apocalyptic musical. Animation with a strong sense of form set to auto-tuned music by Klungan. About liberation through great catastrophy.
Experimental Animated MusicalSurreal Digital DystopiaUncanny Valley AestheticMelancholic AbsurdismAudiobrook ExperienceTechno-Human AllegoryVisually HypnoticEmotionally Detached Narrative
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Is The Burden worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Burden?
0 h 15 min
The Burden runs 0 h 15 min.
What language is The Burden in?
Swedish
It was made in Swedish. Produced in Sweden.
In how many countries can I watch The Burden?
2
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