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The Circle
2013·Movie
·48min·
The Circle fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle8
- Fast Pace3
- Tension1
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder8
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Technology and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
- Intrigue6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality6
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension1Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
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
MediumTechnology and everyday modern life
Its world is built around technology and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting0Performance craft and presence.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The Circle is a documentary about the Large Hadron Collider. The LHC is a gigantic scientific instrument near Geneva, where it spans the border between Switzerland and France about 100m underground. It is a 27km particle accelerator used by physicists to study the origin of everything. Results and interpretation of the collisions of particles will revolutionize our understanding of the Universe and how it began. The Circle leaves the scientific aspect of the experiment and makes a journey above the ground. We follow the 27km circle in an existential search for local people with an opinion about what's happening below.
Scientific DocumentaryExistential ExplorationGrand Scale EngineeringHuman-Centric SciencePhilosophical InquiryEducational SpectacleCross-Border CollaborationIntellectual Wonder
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Is The Circle worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.8 and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Circle?
0 h 48 min
The Circle runs 0 h 48 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Circle?
Critics85
Audiences72
Not quite. Critics rate The Circle higher (85) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Circle in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in Belgium.
In how many countries can I watch The Circle?
8
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