The Linnet

1982·Movie
1h 32min
69
GoodGoodWatch score

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The Linnet fingerprint

Funny, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

  • Satire & Parody8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Society, history, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Kaziuk, a stubborn peasant and his pregnant wife live in a backwood village, unaffected by the civilization. The village is once visited by a couple of wanderers, and strange things start to happen afterward. A new schoolteacher is sent to the area. She stirs erotic fantasies in Kaziuk. In a stir of frustration Kaziuk cuts down a family tree - a sacrilegious act in the eyes of his family. Going a step further and using a scythe for cutting the rye instead of a sickle brings the whole village against him.
Polish Rural DramaSocial SatireTraditional vs. ModernCharacter StudyAbsurdist HumorCultural ClashPsychological ExplorationSlow-Paced NarrativeFolkloric ElementsThought-Provoking

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Sequels and Prequels

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Is The Linnet worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Linnet rated?

Sexual content

Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is The Linnet?

1 h 32 min

The Linnet runs 1 h 32 min.

What language is The Linnet in?

Polish

It was made in Polish. Produced in Poland.

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