7.8
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Glass
1958·Movie
·10min·
Glass fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Kept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure7
- Acting6
Style
Standout editing and cinematography
- Editing10
- Cinematography9
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Glass is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumKept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
Style
HighStandout editing and cinematography
Look and sound: the editing and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Editing10Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
This short documentary, shot in the glass factories of Leerdam and Schiedam, demonstrates how glass blowers do their work. But thanks to the superbly edited ballet of working hands and the sequence of mechanical motions of the engines, is it especially a cinematic tour de force. That the industry can’t do without man’s involvement is shown in the scene where we hear the voice of Haanstra himself counting the bottles on the conveyor belt, until one bottle breaks…
Dutch Documentary ShortGlassblowingIndustrial ProcessPoetic CinematographyArtistic EditingBlack and WhiteMid-Century ModernSocial Commentary
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Questions about Glass
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Glass worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Glass?
0 h 10 min
Glass runs 0 h 10 min.
What language is Glass in?
Dutchxx
It was made in Dutch, with some xx. Produced in Netherlands.
In how many countries can I watch Glass?
47
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+33GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Glass in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Glass use?
You Are Better Than You Think You AreVillainous BreakdownReconstructionFace–Heel TurnAnti-ClimaxGood Is Not SoftPrecursor HeroYour Mind Makes It RealSignature MoveActor AllusionAncient ConspiracyKilled to Uphold the Masqueradeand 126 more
TV Tropes lists 138 storytelling tropes for Glass, including You Are Better Than You Think You Are, Villainous Breakdown, Reconstruction.