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The Elder Son
1975·Movie
·2h 20min·
The Elder Son fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Romantic and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age8
- Family Dynamics8
- Romance7
Humor
Some sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Situational Comedy6
- Satire & Parody4
World
Everyday modern life, growing up, and family
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighRomantic and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's romantic, wholesome, and moving. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, growing up, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, growing up, and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Two students are late for the last commuter train and have to spend a night in a strange town. They rack their brains about where to find shelter and quite by chance they overhear a talk between father and son. The son is an adolescent who is head over heels in love with a girl several years his senior. He is living through the first drama of his life though his love is just puppy love. Then, being resourceful fellows, they think of a plan to pass one of them for the elder son of this family. The reason they give for his unexpected arrival is that he is a child of the father's long-forsaken love. They presume this cock-and-bull story will come off, and right they are!
Soviet EraFamily DramaComing-of-AgeRomanticMelancholyCharacter-DrivenIntimateNostalgicThought-Provoking
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Is The Elder Son worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Elder Son?
2 h 20 min
The Elder Son runs 2 h 20 min.
What language is The Elder Son in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.