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Powder
2010·Movie
·22min·
Powder fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Melancholy6
- Romance5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy2
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion5
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition4
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Two friends spend a summer day together in the suburbs of Montreal. As the evening comes, they go to the fireworks hoping to be entertained but the event ends up igniting memories of a different nature.
Coming-of-AgeNostalgicMelancholySummerFriendshipIntimateQuiet DramaMemory
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Questions about Powder
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Powder worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Powder?
0 h 22 min
Powder runs 0 h 22 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Powder?
Critics50
Audiences73
Not quite. Audiences rate Powder higher (73) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Powder in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does Powder use?
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TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Powder, including Ascend to a Higher Plane of Existence, Heel Realization, Magical Defibrillator.