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La dérive
2009·Movie
·1h 1min·
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Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Melancholy9
- Pathos7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
Society, the mind, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Ambiguity10
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
Craft
Standout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
La dérive is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowProfoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad and moving. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Philosophical10Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighSociety, the mind, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, the mind, and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity10Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters, direction, and performances stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Philosophical10Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh 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.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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This film proposes the allegory of a social drift with all the power of romantic fascination that it can evoke. It is about a meeting oftwo young people formatted by a culture of success with two men embodying a nihilistic and dematerialized vision of society. This work treads the fine line that separates the hero from the loser.. Are these two men messiahs or a pair of wandering vagrants? Is this descent on the river closer to a descent into the fires of hell or rather an initiatory journey?
Philosophical AllegoryExistential Road MovieSocial Drift CritiqueNihilistic ThemesAmbiguous MoralityArt-House DramaPsychological ExplorationSlow-Burn IntrigueThought-Provoking Characters
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Is La dérive worth watching?
34
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is La dérive rated?
Sexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is La dérive?
1 h 1 min
La dérive runs 1 h 1 min.
What language is La dérive in?
FrenchEnglish
It was made in French, with some English. Produced in France.