Quit

Name: Quit
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 2010-04-24
Duration: 1 h 27 min
Cast: Noah Segan, Diora Baird, Nathan Phillips, Don Swayze, Stephen Heath

2010·Movie

·1h 27min·

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension5
Adrenaline3
Fast Pace3

Heart

Melancholic

Melancholy7
Romance6
Pathos6

Humor

Some cringe comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

Cringe Humor5
Situational Comedy4
Dark Humor4

World

Everyday modern life and the mind

Dialogue Centrality8
Novelty6
World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Acting7
Character Depth7
Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

Music Composition6
Cinematography5
Editing5

Energy

Low

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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

All energy traits

Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare1Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Melancholic

Emotionally, it's melancholic.

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All heart traits

Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.

Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.

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Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

Low

Some cringe comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some cringe comedy.

All humor traits

Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.

Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

Related traits

Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life and the mind

Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind.

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All world traits

Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.

Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.

Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.

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.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.

Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.

Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

When a twenty-something couple go away to the desert of Joshua Tree to quit smoking together their relationship is tested. We share the torture the couple put themselves through but learn smoking is a metaphor for their addictive relationship.

Indie DramaRelationship IssuesAddiction MetaphorCharacter-DrivenPsychological ExplorationIntimate SettingSlow PacedDialogue Heavy

Actors

Noah Segan

Julius

Diora Baird

Danielle

Nathan Phillips

Benji

Don Swayze

Ward

Stephen Heath

Dennis

Chloe Webb

Mini Mart Clerk #1

Sasha Grey

Mini Mart Clerk #2

Lauri Johnson

Bartender

Crew

Directed by:

Dick Rude

Written by:

Dick Rude, William Glasser

Produced by:

Mary Vernieu, Noah Segan, Dick Rude

Composed by:

Toby Chu

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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