River

Name: River
Genre: Science Fiction, Drama
Released: 2021-07-13
Duration: 1 h 33 min
Cast: Courtney Gains, Mary Cameron Rogers, Becki Hayes, Alexandra Rose, Rob Marshall

2021·Movie

·1h 33min·

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension8
Scare7
Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Melancholy8
Pathos7
Catharsis5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor5
Wit & Wordplay3
Absurdist Humor3

World

Mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life

Ambiguity8
World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

Intrigue9
Acting8
Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography

Cinematography8
Editing7
Music Composition7

Energy

High

Tense and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

River is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.

Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.

Heart

Low

Melancholic and moving

Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.

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All heart traits

Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.

Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

Related traits

Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.

Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

Humor

Low

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some dark humor.

All humor traits

Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

Related traits

Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.

World

Medium

Mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life

Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.

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All world traits

Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.

Related traits

Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.

Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

Craft

High

Standout performances and characters

The performances and characters stand out.

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All craft traits

Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
Acting8Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.

Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

High

Standout cinematography

Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.

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All style traits

Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition7Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.

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About

After vanishing from an encounter in the woods, River embarks on a haunting journey of self-discovery.

After disappearing for over a week, River tries to put her fragmented memory back together, while teetering on the brink of insanity and questioning what's real vs a dream.

Psychological ThrillerFragmented MemoryReality vs. DreamMind-BendingIntense & SuspensefulAtmospheric CinematographyTroubled ProtagonistDark Mystery

Actors

Courtney Gains

Dr. Michael Glenn

Mary Cameron Rogers

River Allen

Becki Hayes

Lois

Rob Marshall

Jamie Banks

Crew

Directed by:

Emily Skye

Written by:

Emily Skye

Composed by:

Rona Castrioti

Sequels and Prequels

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River is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is River worth watching?

WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 3.1, Rotten Tomatoes 40%, and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.