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Dead Souls
2018·Movie
·8h 17min·
Dead Souls fingerprint
Strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Violence4
- Scare2
Heart
Profoundly sad and deeply moving
- Melancholy10
- Pathos9
- Catharsis3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
History, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality10
- World Immersion8
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout dialogue, direction, and characters
- Dialogue Quality9
- Direction8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Dead Souls is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
NoneProfoundly sad and deeply moving
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad and deeply moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy10Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and society. 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.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue, direction, and characters
The dialogue, direction, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Acting0Performance craft and presence.
Related traits
- Educational10Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In Gansu Province, northwest China, lie the remains of countless prisoners abandoned in the Gobi Desert sixty years ago. Designated as ultra-rightists in the Communist Party’s Anti-Rightist campaign of 1957, they starved to death in the reeducation camps. The film invites us to meet the survivors of the camps to find out firsthand who these persons were, the hardships they were forced to endure and what became their destiny.
Historical DocumentaryChinese HistoryPolitical RepressionSurvivor StoriesHuman RightsTragic NarrativeSomber ReflectionEducationalOral History
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Questions about Dead Souls
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Is Dead Souls worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dead Souls rated?
Disturbing imageryViolence
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and violence.
How long is Dead Souls?
8 h 17 min
Dead Souls runs 8 h 17 min.
Is Dead Souls based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Dead Souls?
Critics100
Audiences80
Not quite. Critics rate Dead Souls higher (100) than audiences (80). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Dead Souls in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
In how many countries can I watch Dead Souls?
64
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