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The Dirty Ones
2011·Movie
·11min·
The Dirty Ones fingerprint
Calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension3
- Fast Pace2
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Wondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Wonder7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Satire & Parody2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Character Depth6
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Visual Stylization5
Energy
NoneCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Dirty Ones is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's wondrous. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and the mind
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
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Two girls, members of a Mennonite community in the USA Deep South, have a first encounter with the outside world.
Two girls, members of a Mennonite community in the USA Deep South, have a first encounter with the outside world, which the short movie lets you view through their innocent, alien eyes. "The dirty ones" may be their term for all outsiders.
Cultures ClashInnocent PerspectiveSocial AlienationComing-of-Age DramaObservational StorytellingGritty RealismSubtle Emotional DepthShort Film FormatCross-Cultural Encounter
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Is The Dirty Ones worth watching?
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How long is The Dirty Ones?
0 h 11 min
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What language is The Dirty Ones in?
English
It was made in English.