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Life on Ice
1986·Movie
·27min·
Life on Ice fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Wholesome and wondrous
- Wholesome7
- Wonder7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Kept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability5
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction5
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Life on Ice is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumWholesome and wondrous
Emotionally, it's wholesome and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumKept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- 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.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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This documentary film focuses on the animal life that survives in this harsh arctic climates at the edge of the ice - from the simple algae to narwhals, polar bears, sea birds, seals, whales and walruses.
Arctic WildlifeMarine BiologyAnimal DocumentaryNature FilmNarwhalsPolar BearsSeabirdsWhalesSeals
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Is Life on Ice worth watching?
90
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Life on Ice?
0 h 27 min
Life on Ice runs 0 h 27 min.
What language is Life on Ice in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.