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Heart of Africa
2020·Movie
Heart of Africa fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Spectacle5
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Physical Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life, faith and meaning, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty5
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Heart of Africa is tense and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, faith and meaning, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, faith and meaning, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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A Congolese man is torn between two men: The warlord who raised him, and the Latter-day Saint mission president who gave him a chance to redeem himself after a horrific incident. Inspired by a true story.
Congolese DramaMoral ConflictRedemption StoryPost-War TraumaFaith & ForgivenessPsychological StruggleTrue Story InspiredAfrican CinemaBleak yet Hopeful
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Is Heart of Africa worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Heart of Africa rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Heart of Africa?
1 h 30 min
Heart of Africa runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Heart of Africa in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Congo - Kinshasa.