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Buoy
2013·Movie
·1h 22min·
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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline2
- Fast Pace2
Heart
Deeply moving and romantic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Romance8
- Melancholy8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Cringe Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life, family, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality10
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting9
- Dialogue Quality9
- Character Depth9
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
Energy
LowTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Buoy is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and romantic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, romantic, and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A married mother of two, unexpectedly pregnant with her third child, answers the phone to hear a voice from her distant past, reconnecting with the central, though neglected, emotional anchor in her life. In the span of an 80-minute conversation, the two test the strength of a deep yet betrayed, love.
Intimate DramaEmotional ReckoningRelationship StudyPowerful DialogueSlow BurnPsychological DepthBetrayal & ForgivenessHuman ConnectionContemporary Realism
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Is Buoy worth watching?
78
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How long is Buoy?
1 h 22 min
Buoy runs 1 h 22 min.
What language is Buoy in?
English
It was made in English.