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Flatland
2019·Movie
Flatland fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Everyday modern life and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A portrait of womanhood in a hostile land.
When her disastrous wedding night leads to an accidental killing, Natalie flees her rural town in South Africa's desolate Karoo region.
South African Crime DramaRural FlightAccidental KillingCharacter on the RunBleakMystery ElementsPsychological TensionContemporary Setting
Actors
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Flatland
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Flatland worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 5.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 91%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Flatland rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Flatland?
1 h 57 min
Flatland runs 1 h 57 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Flatland?
Critics91
Audiences57
Not quite. Critics rate Flatland higher (91) than audiences (57). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Flatland in?
AfrikaansEnglish
It was made in Afrikaans, with some English. Produced in Germany, Luxembourg, South Africa.
In how many countries can I watch Flatland?
29
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+15GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Flatland in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Flatland use?
Absolute XenophobeAdaptational Job ChangeAmbiguous EndingBizarre Alien BiologyBizarre Sexual DimorphismBody HorrorColonel KilgoreDarker and EdgierDriven to SuicideNamed by the AdaptationRelated Differently in the AdaptationBookendsand 8 more
TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for Flatland, including Absolute Xenophobe, Adaptational Job Change, Ambiguous Ending.