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A Fairy Tale for the Old fingerprint
High energy, funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
- Melancholy6
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Ambiguity9
- World Immersion8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and violent
A Fairy Tale for the Old is tense and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighCrime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual 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 Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
One morning, the criminal authority Dad convenes three "sons" and tells the latest news. Everyone remembers how three years ago, the keeper of the regional communal Mule ran away, taking the money. Also, everyone remembers how he was found, punished and buried. And the news is like this. Yesterday Mulya, alive and well, was seen in three cities at once: St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk and Rostov. Dad sends "sons" to these cities to scout out what's what. For each of them, the journey will not be the easiest.
Surreal Crime MysteryDarkly HumorousExistential Road TripRussian Criminal UnderworldAmbiguous NarrativeNeo-Noir ElementsPhilosophical InquiriesPsychological ThrillerUnsettling Atmosphere
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Is A Fairy Tale for the Old worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is A Fairy Tale for the Old rated?
ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is A Fairy Tale for the Old?
1 h 18 min
A Fairy Tale for the Old runs 1 h 18 min.
What language is A Fairy Tale for the Old in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.