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The Wall
2008·Movie
·1h 30min·
The Wall fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
Heart
Hopeful and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and sports
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, moving, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and sports
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and sports.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- 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
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- 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.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
For the young and fearless Setareh, there are no walls or boundaries she cannot overcome. Determined to provide for her family, Setareh takes a job as a bike rider in a theme park, following the tracks of her late father. When she becomes the first female to ride around 'The Wall', a wooden cylinder-shaped structure, the authorities intervene to prevent her from taking her rightful place on the wall of fame. With the successful show on the verge of being cancelled, Setareh struggles for her voice to be heard. An adventurous philosophical debate into gender equality.
Iranian CinemaGender EqualityComing-of-Age StorySports DramaFemale EmpowermentCultural ChallengesTheme Park SettingPhilosophical DebateSocial Commentary
Actors
Crew
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about The Wall
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Wall worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 76%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Wall?
1 h 30 min
The Wall runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Wall?
Critics72
Audiences69
Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see The Wall much the same way.
What language is The Wall in?
Persian
It was made in Persian. Produced in Iran.
What tropes does The Wall use?
Gratuitous PanningVoice of the LegionI'm a HumanitarianThe Dog Bites BackThrough the Eyes of MadnessThe OnerSelf-DeprecationThe Chain of HarmRoger WatersBlack ShirtTitle DropPlease, Don't Leave Meand 242 more
TV Tropes lists 254 storytelling tropes for The Wall, including Gratuitous Panning, Voice of the Legion, I'm a Humanitarian.