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City of Angels
1983·Movie
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City of Angels fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle4
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Nostalgic and wondrous
- Nostalgia7
- Wonder7
- Pathos6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Absurdist Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Satire & Parody1
World
History and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction and storytelling
- Direction9
- Narrative Structure8
- Acting6
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
City of Angels is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality2Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumStandout direction and storytelling
The direction and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
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Combining video, performance art, documentary, and tableau vivant, this short piece set in what appears to be part of the Ayutthaya Ruins in Bangkok, Thailand, begins with a panoramic shot of various Thai folks dressed in traditional garb and sleeping in the grass as a woman narrates. The rest of the piece is broken into six unbroken shots of these individuals in still poses depicting both some aspect of Thai life as well as suggesting its disquieting alienation from modernity, as the same woman narrator now sings. The final shot is again of the ensemble sleeping, suggesting that the previous montage was, indeed, a collective dream.
Experimental Short FilmPerformance ArtCultural CommentaryThai HeritageVisually EvocativeDreamlike & MeditativeSlow CinemaHistorical ReflectionArt HouseAbstract Narrative
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Is City of Angels worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is City of Angels?
0 h 20 min
City of Angels runs 0 h 20 min.
What language is City of Angels in?
EnglishThai
It was made in English, with some Thai. Produced in Thailand.
What tropes does City of Angels use?
Mood LightingDefector from ParadiseDeath of a ChildHollywood AtheistHyper-AwarenessInformed AttractivenessOur Angels Are DifferentRomantic Runner-UpSingle TearCosmic PlaythingIdiot BallI Never Told You My Nameand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for City of Angels, including Mood Lighting, Defector from Paradise, Death of a Child.