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Solaris
2007·Movie
·1h 30min·
Solaris fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Scare5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Romance4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Cringe Humor2
World
The future, the mind, and technology
- Ambiguity7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Music Centrality6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Solaris is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe future, the mind, and technology
Its world is built around the future, the mind, and technology. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
Shot while the director was still in college, the film is a remake of the Russian film of the same name. The man's dead ex who had committed suicide appears in front of him. The ghost has a cross-like scar on her wrist.
Student FilmSci-FiPsychological DramaArtificial HumanHauntingMysteryHomageLow BudgetExperimental
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Solaris
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Solaris worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 66% and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Solaris rated?
Suicide themes
Content advisories: suicide themes.
How long is Solaris?
1 h 30 min
Solaris runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Solaris?
Critics66
Audiences60
Yes. Critics average 66 and audiences 60 out of 100, so both groups see Solaris much the same way.
What language is Solaris in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.