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How to Be Alone
2019·Movie
·13min·
How to Be Alone fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
The mind and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and everyday modern life
Its world is built around the mind and everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
When her husband leaves for a night shift, a woman battles physical manifestations of her repressed fears and desires.
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Questions about How to Be Alone
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Is How to Be Alone worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is How to Be Alone rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is How to Be Alone?
0 h 13 min
How to Be Alone runs 0 h 13 min.
What language is How to Be Alone in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch How to Be Alone?
40
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