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Be Still
2021·Movie
·1h 23min·
Be Still fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare7
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Wonder6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
MediumScary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Be Still is scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, history, and a real life story. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Already a successful portrait photographer, Hannah sets to reinvent this art form. Abandoning herself to a creative process that might easily be mistaken for madness, she's soon visited by mirror images of herself, as well as her daughter's ghost. Inspired by the life of photographer Hannah Maynard (1834-1918).
Psychological ThrillerHistorical DramaPortrait PhotographyGothic HorrorEerie & UnsettlingVisually StrikingExploration of MadnessIntense & AtmosphericPersonal Reinvention
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Is Be Still worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Be Still rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Be Still?
1 h 23 min
Be Still runs 1 h 23 min.
Is Be Still based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Be Still in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Be Still?
4
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