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Balestra
2024·Movie
Balestra fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Pathos5
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Sports, the mind, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Balestra is thrilling and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumSports, the mind, and technology
Its world is built around sports, the mind, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Dream dangerously
Joanna is a competitive fencer at the end of her career who is desperate to be the world’s best. In order to gain an edge, she pursues an experimental technology, allowing her to train via lucid dreaming, where she begins a tumultuous affair with her instructor that threatens her real world marriage and her pathway to Olympic gold.
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Is Balestra worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Balestra rated?
Sexual contentStrong language
Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.
How long is Balestra?
2 h 25 min
Balestra runs 2 h 25 min.
What language is Balestra in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.