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Dear Child
2020·Movie
·1h 17min·
Dear Child fingerprint
High energy, big heart, no humor.
Energy
Violent
- Violence8
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Cringe Humor1
World
Everyday modern life, society, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighViolent
Dear Child is violent.
All energy traits
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A documentary which follows the lives of children recovering from their involvement with the drug war in Brazil. Set in a rehabilitation centre on the edge of the jungle, Dear Child follows a group of kids who have been rescued from the drug war, as they learn to become children again and not soldiers or drug addicts.
Children of Drug WarBrazilian Rehabilitation CenterSocial Impact DocumentaryComing-of-AgeTrauma RecoveryContemporary RealismPolitical CommentaryEmotional ResilienceHopeful
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Questions about Dear Child
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Is Dear Child worth watching?
81
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dear Child rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imageryDrug use
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and drug use.
How long is Dear Child?
1 h 17 min
Dear Child runs 1 h 17 min.
What language is Dear Child in?
EnglishPortuguese
It was made in English, with some Portuguese. Produced in Brazil, Poland, United Kingdom.