5.5
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Life Guidance
2018·Movie
·1h 41min·
Life Guidance fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Society, class and money, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Life Guidance is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumSociety, class and money, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, class and money, and the future. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
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 Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The film is set in the near future, in a world of perfect capitalism. Society is sustained by a class of top achievers; meanwhile, so-called minimum recipients live under sedation in Fortresses of Sleep. The great majority of top achievers view themselves as happy. An outsourced agency has been established for the rest: Life Guidance is charged with turning these individuals into optimal people as well. Alexander has internalized the system but one wrong word to his child triggers Life Guidance. He starts to rebel and encounters the horror of the system in all its brightness and affability.
Dystopian Sci-FiSocial CommentaryCapitalist CritiquePsychological ThrillerFuturistic SocietySystemic OppressionExistential DreadThought-ProvokingBleak Vision
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Is Life Guidance worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Life Guidance rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Life Guidance?
1 h 41 min
Life Guidance runs 1 h 41 min.
What language is Life Guidance in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Austria.
In how many countries can I watch Life Guidance?
7
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