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The Binocle
2018·Movie
·11min·
The Binocle fingerprint
Striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline3
- Scare3
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos4
- Catharsis3
Humor
Some absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
World
The mind and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Binocle is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
After the famous story by Louis Couperus
A short film based on the short story "De Binocle" by Dutch writer Louis Couperus. It tells the story of a nervous man who on one evening while going to the opera becomes the victim of his own obsessive thoughts.
Psychological DramaShort FilmDutch CinemaLiterary AdaptationInternal ConflictNervous BreakdownPeriod PieceCharacter StudyObsessive Thoughts
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How long is The Binocle?
0 h 11 min
The Binocle runs 0 h 11 min.
What language is The Binocle in?
Dutch
It was made in Dutch. Produced in Netherlands.