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FutureStates
2010·Show
FutureStates fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Spectacle6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Wonder6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody6
- Dark Humor5
World
The future, society, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Narrative Structure8
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe future, society, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, society, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
What will become of America in five, 25, or even 50 years from today? This series of independent mini-features explores possible future scenarios through the prism of today’s global realities. Immerse yourself in the visions of these independent prognosticators as they inhabit a future of their own imagining.
Sci-Fi AnthologySpeculative FuturesSocial CommentaryIndependent FilmTechnological ImpactThought-ProvokingDystopian ThemesPhilosophical InquiryNear-Future ScenariosComplex Narratives
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Is FutureStates worth watching?
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What is FutureStates rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does FutureStates have?
4 seasons
It has 4 seasons with 25 episodes of about 12 minutes each and is still in production.
When did FutureStates air?
S1S4S5S2
It started in 2010 and is still in production.
What language is FutureStates in?
English
It was made in English.