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The Window
2014·Movie
·6min·
The Window fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
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.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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This short tells the story of 4 wounded soldiers recovering In a hospital room, and only one of them can see out a near window as he describes to the others what is happening outside.
Wounded SoldiersHospital RoomLimited PerspectiveInner ReflectionCamaraderieDescriptive StorytellingWar and RecoveryShared ExperienceHuman Connection
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Is The Window worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Window?
0 h 6 min
The Window runs 0 h 6 min.
What language is The Window in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
What tropes does The Window use?
Alone with the PsychoPaper Key-Retrieval TrickDoor Handle ScareHave You Told Anyone Else?Make It Look Like an AccidentWould Hurt a ChildAbandoned WarehouseRoofhoppingCome Out, Come Out, Wherever You AreHe Knows Too MuchFailed a Spot CheckPolice Are Uselessand 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for The Window, including Alone with the Psycho, Paper Key-Retrieval Trick, Door Handle Scare.