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Microcosmos
1996·Movie
Microcosmos fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Wondrous and wholesome
- Wonder8
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Kept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Novelty8
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue5
- Narrative Structure4
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography10
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumKept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality1Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Acting3Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality2Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth2Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography10Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
15 years of research. 2 years of equipment design. 3 years of shooting. One great movie to restore your sense of wonder.
A documentary of insect life in meadows and ponds, using incredible close-ups, slow motion, and time-lapse photography. It includes bees collecting nectar, ladybugs eating mites, snails mating, spiders wrapping their catch, a scarab beetle relentlessly pushing its ball of dung uphill, endless lines of caterpillars, an underwater spider creating an air bubble to live in, and a mosquito hatching.
Insect DocumentaryNature CinematographyClose-Up PhotographySlow MotionTime-LapseEducational FilmFamily-FriendlyVisually StunningWorld Immersion
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Questions about Microcosmos
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Is Microcosmos worth watching?
85
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 87). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Microcosmos rated?
G
It's rated G in the United States.
How long is Microcosmos?
1 h 20 min
Microcosmos runs 1 h 20 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Microcosmos?
Critics92
Audiences81
Not quite. Critics rate Microcosmos higher (92) than audiences (81). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Microcosmos a box office hit?
Budget$6 million
Box office$1 million
No. It cost about $6 million to make and earned $1 million worldwide, 25% of its budget.
What language is Microcosmos in?
FrenchEnglish
It was made in French, with some English. Produced in France, Switzerland, Italy.
In how many countries can I watch Microcosmos?
15
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