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The North Star
1982·Movie
·2h 4min·
The North Star fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Romance6
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor5
- Situational Comedy3
World
Mystery, crime, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Editing5
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The North Star is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumMystery, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around mystery, crime, and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Edouard Binet, an aimless Frenchman, has been travelling in North Africa for many years, and is sailing to Belgium. En route, he meets Sylvie Baron. He introduces her to Nemrod Lobetoum, a rich Egyptian carrying valuable jewelry, and Sylvie and Nemrod become friends. Their friendship escalates to love, which makes Edouard jealous. Days later, Edouard arrives at a rooming house owned by Mme. Louise Baron, Sylvie's mother, wearing blood-stained clothes. It appears that Nemrod was killed on a train after he arrived in France, but Edouard denies any knowledge of what happened. Sylvie suspects that Edouard is responsible for Nemrod's death, but by now her mother has become Edouard's ally.
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Questions about The North Star
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Is The North Star worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The North Star?
2 h 4 min
The North Star runs 2 h 4 min.
What language is The North Star in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch The North Star?
25
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What tropes does The North Star use?
Anyone Can DieCold-Blooded TortureWould Hurt a ChildHistorical Hero UpgradeGirls with GunsMood WhiplashShell-Shocked VeteranThe MedicWandering MinstrelDressing as the EnemyDue to the DeadRousing Speechand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for The North Star, including Anyone Can Die, Cold-Blooded Torture, Would Hurt a Child.