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A Distant Neighborhood
2010·Movie
·1h 38min·
A Distant Neighborhood fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Nostalgic and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Nostalgia9
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
- Cringe Humor2
World
Growing up, family, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout performances, storytelling, and characters
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
A Distant Neighborhood is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighNostalgic and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, hopeful, and romantic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, family, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around growing up, family, and fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, storytelling, and characters
The performances, storytelling, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Thomas, a father in his fifties, returns by chance to the town where he grew up. He collapses and wakes up forty years earlier in the body of his teenage self. Thrown back into his past, Thomas will not only have to re-live his first love, but also try to understand the reasons for his father’s mysterious departure. Can you change the past by living it again?
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Questions about A Distant Neighborhood
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is A Distant Neighborhood worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is A Distant Neighborhood?
1 h 38 min
A Distant Neighborhood runs 1 h 38 min.
Was A Distant Neighborhood a box office hit?
Budget$18 million
Box office$231,820
No. It cost about $18 million to make and earned $231,820 worldwide, 1% of its budget.
What language is A Distant Neighborhood in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg.
In how many countries can I watch A Distant Neighborhood?
8
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