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For Sama
2019·Movie
·1h 40min·
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and violent
- Tension9
- Violence8
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos10
- Family Dynamics9
- Melancholy8
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Society, everyday modern life, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, characters, and performances
- Direction9
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design
- Cinematography9
- Editing8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighNerve-racking and violent
For Sama is nerve-racking and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos10Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- 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.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, characters, and performances
The direction, characters, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, editing, and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography, editing, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
An intimate and epic journey into the female experience of war.
A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all while cataclysmic conflict rises around her. Her camera captures incredible stories of loss, laughter and survival as Waad wrestles with an impossible choice– whether or not to flee the city to protect her daughter’s life, when leaving means abandoning the struggle for freedom for which she has already sacrificed so much.
War DocumentarySyrian Civil WarPersonal AccountMotherhood & SurvivalRaw & UnflinchingHumanitarian CrisisAleppo SiegeLove LetterCourage & ResilienceSocial Commentary
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Questions about For Sama
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is For Sama worth watching?
83
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 8.5, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 89). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is For Sama rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is For Sama?
1 h 40 min
For Sama runs 1 h 40 min.
Is For Sama based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on For Sama?
Critics94
Audiences85
Not quite. Critics rate For Sama higher (94) than audiences (85). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is For Sama in?
EnglishArabic
It was made in English, with some Arabic. Produced in Syria, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch For Sama?
32
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