Solum

Name: Solum
Genre: Science Fiction
Released: 2019-05-01
Duration: 1 h 35 min
Cast: Diogo Morgado, Darwin Shaw, Catarina Mira, Gonzalo Ramos, Francisco Froes

2019·Movie

·1h 35min·

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Solum fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

Tension8
Fast Pace8
Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Pathos6
Wonder6
Catharsis5

Humor

Some dark humor and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor7
Satire & Parody6
Absurdist Humor4

World

The mind, games, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Novelty8
Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

Intrigue9
Complexity8
Direction7

Style

Standout editing

Editing8
Cinematography7
Visual Stylization7

Energy

High

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

Solum is tense, fast-paced, and violent.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.

Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare5Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.

Heart

None

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

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All heart traits

Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.

Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.

Related traits

Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Humor

Medium

Some dark humor and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some dark humor and satire.

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All humor traits

Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.

Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

World

Medium

The mind, games, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around the mind, games, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.

Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.

Related traits

Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
Gaming9Video games and game culture.
Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.

Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

High

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.

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All craft traits

Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.

Related traits

Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

High

Standout editing

Look and sound: the editing stand out.

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All style traits

Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.

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About

Surviving is just the beginning.

A reality show on an inhabited island where eight contestants must fight for their survival becomes more than it appears to be. Solum is not just a game -- it's a test, a selection process, and a mirror that confronts the truth of Nature, with the falsehoods of the Human Race.

Dystopian ThrillerReality TV CritiqueSurvival GamePsychological HorrorSocial CommentaryTechnology & NatureBleak OutlookIntriguing Mystery

Actors

Diogo Morgado

Darwin Shaw

Paul

Catarina Mira

Carol

Gonzalo Ramos

Scott

Francisco Froes

John

Carlos Carvalho

Liam

Maria Botelho Moniz

Sarah

Luís Lourenço

Kristoff

Anna Ludmilla

Emma

Cláudia Semedo

Emilia

Crew

Directed by:

Diogo Morgado

Written by:

Diogo Morgado, Pedro Morgado

Produced by:

Diogo Morgado, Pedro Morgado

Composed by:

Mapez, André Ferreira

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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