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Dust
2020·Movie
·7min·
Dust fingerprint
Striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Scare3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
- Melancholy10
- Pathos8
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Society and the future
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Standout cinematography, score, and sound design
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Dust is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy10Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumSociety and the future
Its world is built around society and the future.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, score, and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography, score, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
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A ballad of extinction, biodiversity loss and ecological collapse, Dust is a quiet lament from a near future.
Ecological DystopianEnvironmental LamentNear-Future Sci-FiBiodiversity LossQuiet & SomberThought-ProvokingPoignant ReflectionExistential DreadArt-House CinemaMelancholic Atmosphere
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Is Dust worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Dust?
0 h 7 min
Dust runs 0 h 7 min.
What language is Dust in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Ireland.
What tropes does Dust use?
Manic Pixie Dream GirlShoot the Shaggy DogNo Name GivenFirst Law of TragicomediesMundane Made AwesomeCultPoor Communication KillsManchildLawyer-Friendly CameoGainax EndingI Just Want to Be Beautiful
TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for Dust, including Manic Pixie Dream Girl, Shoot the Shaggy Dog, No Name Given.