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Instinct
2019·Movie
·27min·
Instinct fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Romantic and melancholic
- Romance8
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody3
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The mind, society, and faith and meaning
- Novelty9
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Instinct 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.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumRomantic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's romantic and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, society, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around the mind, society, and faith and meaning. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual 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 Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A queer metaphysical love story that weaves itself through real and imagined sexual encounters across darkrooms, forest cruising zones and highway shoulders. In these fantastical playgrounds, bodies are free to imagine themselves in a multiplicity of forms as they encounter other bodies without preconceived notions of what those other bodies desire, what they will need, and how they should be touched. While trusting the energetic attraction of bodies towards each other and learning through the encounter, INSTINCT simultaneously asks: what does it mean for a queer body to actively (un)learn what it might assume about another body's sex, gender, and desire?
Queer Metaphysical RomanceExplicit Erotic Art-HousePhilosophical Body PoliticsSurreal Sexual ExplorationIntimate & ContemplativeUnlearning DesireVisually PoeticProvocative Identity Study
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Questions about Instinct
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Instinct worth watching?
32
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32/100 (IMDb 4.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Instinct rated?
NuditySexual content
Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.
How long is Instinct?
0 h 27 min
Instinct runs 0 h 27 min.
What language is Instinct in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Germany.
What tropes does Instinct use?
Bathtub SceneFake-Out OpeningShower SceneSounding It OutCritical Psychoanalysis FailureIncest-ant AdmirerScenery PornTears of JoyNot What It Looks LikeCatapult NightmarePedophilia Is a Special Kind of EvilLap Pillowand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Instinct, including Bathtub Scene, Fake-Out Opening, Shower Scene.