Luxor

Name: Luxor
Genre: Romance, Drama
Released: 2021-07-21
Duration: 1 h 25 min
Cast: Andrea Riseborough, Karim Saleh, Michael Landes, Sherine Reda, Salima Ikram

2021·Movie

·1h 25min·

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Luxor fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension5
Fast Pace3
Spectacle3

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Melancholy8
Pathos7
Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay3
Absurdist Humor2
Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and the mind

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality7
Ambiguity7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Acting7
Character Depth7
Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Editing6
Music Composition6

Energy

Low

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Luxor is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Melancholic and moving

Emotionally, it's melancholic, moving, and nostalgic.

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All heart traits

Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.

Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.

Related traits

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Humor

None

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.

Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life and the mind

Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind. It leaves some questions open.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.

Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.

Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

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About

When British aid worker Hana returns to Luxor, a sleepy city on the banks of the Nile, she comes across Sultan, a talented archeologist and former lover. As she wanders, haunted by the familiar place, she struggles to reconcile the choices of the past with the uncertainty of the present.

Contemplative DramaEgyptNile RiverHaunted by the PastArcheologyFormer LoversBritish Aid WorkerEmotional JourneyExistential Reflection

Actors

Andrea Riseborough

Hana

Karim Saleh

Sultan

Michael Landes

Carl

Sherine Reda

Dunia

Salima Ikram

Salima

Shahira Fahmy

Leila

Ahmed Talaat

Concierge

Crew

Directed by:

Zeina Durra, Jennifer Leigh Peterson, Shady Ishak

Written by:

Zeina Durra

Produced by:

Mohamed Hefzy, Gianluca Chakra, Paul Webster

Composed by:

Nascuy Linares

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream Luxor legally?

Luxor is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Luxor worth watching?

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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.3, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.