Neds

Name: Neds
Genre: Drama
Released: 2010-10-08
Duration: 2 h 4 min
Cast: Conor McCarron, Mhairi Anderson, Martin Bell, Joe Cassidy, Linda Cuthbert

2010·Movie

·2h 4min·

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Neds fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Violence8
Tension7
Adrenaline4

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

Pathos9
Coming of Age9
Melancholy8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay4
Dark Humor2
Situational Comedy0

World

Growing up, society, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality7
Novelty6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Acting9
Character Depth9
Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography

Cinematography8
Editing7
Visual Stylization7

Energy

High

Violent and tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Neds is violent and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare1Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.

Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Low

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up and family.

Melancholic movies

All heart traits

Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.

Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Related traits

Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.

Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.

Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Growing up, society, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around growing up, society, and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.

Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Historical6Period settings and real events.

Craft

High

Standout performances, characters, and direction

The performances, characters, and direction stand out.

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All craft traits

Acting9Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp 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 Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Style

High

Standout cinematography

Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.

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All style traits

Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

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About

Some people need to be taught a lesson

NEDs (Non Educated Delinquents) is the story of a young man’s journey from prize-winning schoolboy to knife-carrying teenager. Struggling against the low expectations of those around him, John McGill changes from victim to avenger, scholar to NED, altar boy to glue sniffer. When he attempts to change back again, his new reality and recent past make conformity near impossible and violent self determination near inevitable.

Gritty Coming-of-AgeSocial RealismYouth DelinquencyScottish DramaUrban DecayCycle of ViolenceLoss of InnocenceCharacter StudyBleak & UnflinchingFamily Struggles

Actors

Conor McCarron

John McGill

Martin Bell

Julian

Gary Lewis

Mr. Wilkinson

Richard Mack

Gerr

David McKay

Mr Holmes

Peter Mullan

Mr. McGill

Marianna Palka

Beth

Steven Robertson

Mr Bonetti

Douglas Russell

PC Connelly

Paul Donnelly

Mr Hendry

Stephen McCole

Mr. McLeod

Gary Hollywood

PC Muir

Crew

Directed by:

Peter Mullan

Written by:

Peter Mullan

Produced by:

Alain de la Mata

Composed by:

Craig Armstrong, Colin Nicolson

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GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 94%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.