# Chronos (1985)

> A kinetic visual poem that compresses nature and civilization into a breathtaking meditation on planetary change.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/11133

## Facts

- Runtime: 43 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Ron Fricke
- TMDB rating: 7.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088919/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: breakneck
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: contemplative, awe-inspiring, kinetic, immersive viewing, quiet afternoon

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