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Shadow on the Earth
1988·Movie
·1h 10min·
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No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline4
- Scare4
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Coming of Age6
- Nostalgia4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality6
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
On April 12, 1961, Yuri Gagarin is hurtling through space. Down below, 7-year-old Billy Wilson keeps watching the skies, itching for an encounter with an alien being. When he discovers a mysterious stranger in a house nearby, events take a sinister turn. -GusF
Cold War Sci-FiChild's PerspectiveSuburban MysteryEerie AtmosphereAlien EncounterPsychological IntrigueSlow-Burn SuspenseComing-of-Age1960s Setting
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Is Shadow on the Earth worth watching?
83
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shadow on the Earth rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Shadow on the Earth?
1 h 10 min
Shadow on the Earth runs 1 h 10 min.
What language is Shadow on the Earth in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.