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Transfer
2020·Movie
·12min·
Transfer fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
The mind and technology
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Transfer is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind and technology
Its world is built around the mind and technology. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Transfer is a film set in a surrealist reality that revolves around two strangers having the world’s weirdest job interview. Each character must come to terms with death, the idea of choice, and the inevitable truth that not everyone gets a second chance at life.
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Questions about Transfer
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Transfer 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 Transfer rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Transfer?
0 h 12 min
Transfer runs 0 h 12 min.
What language is Transfer in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Transfer use?
Sharing a BodyParasitic ImmortalityPretend to Be BrainwashedThat Thing Is Not My Child!Transferable MemoryShowing Off the New BodyFrom Roommates to RomanceGrand Theft MePhlebotinum PillsImpostor Forgot One DetailDowner EndingFamilial Body Snatcherand 1 more
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Transfer, including Sharing a Body, Parasitic Immortality, Pretend to Be Brainwashed.