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The Deserter
1912·Movie
·20min·
The Deserter fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Nostalgia6
- Wholesome5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Physical Comedy1
World
History and war
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality4
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition4
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Deserter is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowHistory and war
Its world is built around history and war.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
A deserting soldier encounters a wagon train of settlers. When they are faced with an Indian attack, he risks court martial to return to the Army post for help.
Early WesternIndian WarsMorality TaleCourageDutyAmerican FrontierSilent Film EraSimple Narrative
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Questions about The Deserter
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What is The Deserter rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Deserter?
0 h 20 min
The Deserter runs 0 h 20 min.
What language is The Deserter in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Deserter use?
Rope BridgeShirtless SceneChild SoldiersI Don't Like the Sound of That PlaceMarket-Based TitleThe PlaceFlaying AliveHeroic DogChromosome CastingA Dog Named "Dog"Demolitions ExpertPlausible Deniabilityand 23 more
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for The Deserter, including Rope Bridge, Shirtless Scene, Child Soldiers.