V.D.

Name: V.D.
Genre: Drama, Crime
Released: 1961-01-01
Duration: 1 h 31 min
Cast: Dolores Faith, Mory Schoolhouse, Charlotte Stewart, Michael Bell, Terry Reagan

1961·Movie

·1h 31min·NR·

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V.D. fingerprint

A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Adrenaline6
Tension6
Fast Pace6

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

Coming of Age8
Pathos7
Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor4
Wit & Wordplay3
Physical Comedy3

World

History, growing up, and sports

Dialogue Centrality7
World Immersion6
Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Character Depth7
Direction6
Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography6
Editing6
Music Composition6

Energy

Medium

Calm and low-key

V.D. is calm and low-intensity.

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All energy traits

Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare3Frightening moments and scares.

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Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

Emotionally, it's moving, cathartic, and nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up.

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All heart traits

Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.

Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.

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Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

World

Medium

History, growing up, and sports

Its world is built around history, growing up, and sports.

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All world traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.

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Historical8Period settings and real events.
Sports7Competition, training, and teamwork.
Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.

Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting6Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Educational6Informative and instructive.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

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About

The teen-age scandal that is becoming the nation's deepest shame! No holds barred!

A high school track star's wedding plans are capsized by venereal disease and a bad, beautiful new girl in town. His coach and a physician steer him into the light again.

Venereal DiseaseHigh School DramaTrack Star1960s Social IssuesComing-of-AgeRedemptionEducationalSmall Town America

Actors

Dolores Faith

Kathy Durham

Charlotte Stewart

Judy Jackson

Michael Bell

Monk Monahan

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Sequels and Prequels

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