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A Very Old Story
1968·Movie
A Very Old Story fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
Heart
Wondrous and romantic
- Wonder8
- Romance7
- Pathos7
Humor
Some absurdist humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody5
World
Fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
A Very Old Story is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
HighWondrous and romantic
Emotionally, it's wondrous, romantic, and moving.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy10Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Based on the famous fairytale "The Tinderbox" by Hans Christian Andersen. The main character of the film is a puppeteer who lives in a poor and gray world. He composes a fairy tale in which he himself, in the guise of a brave soldier, finds a flint and is helped by a kind wizard. The soldier falls in love with a spoiled, capricious princess who, as befits a princess, poses riddles to her numerous suitors. Her father, the king, is eager to see the soldier as her husband, as he believes the soldier has a great deal of gold. In the fairy tale, everything ends well, but in real life, not so much. "But life is not a fairy tale," his beloved girl says to him as she bids him farewell.
Classic Fairytale AdaptationRussian CinemaRomantic FantasyMagical WorldMoral StoryVisually AppealingNostalgic CharmFamily Entertainment
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Is A Very Old Story worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is A Very Old Story?
1 h 30 min
A Very Old Story runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is A Very Old Story in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
In how many countries can I watch A Very Old Story?
6
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