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The Making of Maps
1995·Movie
The Making of Maps fingerprint
Big heart, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Fast Pace2
- Spectacle2
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Family Dynamics9
- Melancholy8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy1
World
Growing up, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout characters and direction
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Making of Maps is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic, moving, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick 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
MediumGrowing up, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around growing up, family, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumStandout characters and direction
The characters and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Shot entirely in Welsh, Endaf Emlyn's wry and gentle film captures the magic and innocence of a young boy's imaginative world as he grapples with demons that haunt his family life. Set against the wild, windswept backdrop of the Welsh coast, The Making of Maps charts Griff's journey into adolescence and his attempts to cope with the strife with in his own family. Pulled in different directions by his philandering father, reclusive mother and unloved sister, he tries to learn the secret that eats away at the fabric of his family life. His mother ran a dance academy, but during a picnic the school's star pupil, the beautiful, ethereal Alis, vanished. Afterward, Griff's mother took to her bed, fearful of leaving her darkened room. Griff's way of dealing with his life is to draw maps outlining his own attempts to comprehend a situation that everyone seems to want to forget. -Piers Handling
Welsh CinemaComing-of-Age DramaFamily SecretsPsychological ExplorationEvocative VisualsChild's ImaginationGentle MysteryMelancholic ToneCharacter-DrivenArt-House
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Is The Making of Maps worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Making of Maps?
1 h 40 min
The Making of Maps runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is The Making of Maps in?
Welsh
It was made in Welsh. Produced in United Kingdom.