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What a Circus!
2017·Movie
·1h 30min·
What a Circus! fingerprint
Strong craft.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Wondrous
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Wonder7
- Romance6
Humor
Some situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Show business, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumWondrous
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wondrous. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumShow business, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around show business, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Everything is as usual at the circus, where a cheerful band of performers enjoy a world full of magic and where grown-ups get to play. Ramona loves her life inside and outside the circus ring, and not least her motley circus family. But strange tracks in the snow and a series of mysterious incidents threaten to disturb her paradise. Someone is watching her. The question is: Who and why? At the same time, her beloved father and circus manager Leo, is beginning to behave very strangely indeed. Worried that his circus will be outshone by their rival, Circus Supremo, Leo is demanding the impossible from his performers.
Circus MysteryFamily EntertainmentDanish CinemaWhimsical AdventureShowbiz IntrigueEccentric CharactersLighthearted ComedyCharming VisualsMagical World
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Sequels and Prequels
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Is What a Circus! worth watching?
86
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is What a Circus!?
1 h 30 min
What a Circus! runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is What a Circus! in?
Danish
It was made in Danish. Produced in Denmark.