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Midnight Sun
2019·Movie
·35min·
Midnight Sun fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor1
- Dark Humor1
World
Faith and meaning, family, and mystery
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Midnight Sun is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFaith and meaning, family, and mystery
Its world is built around faith and meaning, family, and mystery. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
Ten-year-old Solwei and Louis, her eighteen-year-old brother, have a car accident and find themselves in the middle of the night in a small, unfamiliar town. Here they meet with Alma, a mystical woman, whose contact details had been given to them. A truly strange night then begins.
Mystical Horror-DramaFolkloric AtmosphereSibling Bond Under PressureSlow-Burn Supernatural MysteryEerie & Uncanny TonePsychological Spiritual JourneyMinimalist NarrativeDreamlike SurrealismFrench Art-House SensibilityAmbiguous Resolution
Crew
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Midnight Sun
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Midnight Sun worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 7 and Metacritic 38). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Midnight Sun rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Midnight Sun?
0 h 35 min
Midnight Sun runs 0 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Midnight Sun?
Critics38
Audiences65
Not quite. Audiences rate Midnight Sun higher (65) than critics (38). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Midnight Sun in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.