# The Dig (2021)

> A self-taught excavator and a determined landowner uncover Sutton Hoo’s buried treasures while navigating class, legacy, and the shadow of war.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/370790

## Facts

- Runtime: 112 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: Simon Stone
- Cast: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes, Lily James, Johnny Flynn, Ben Chaplin, Ken Stott, Archie Barnes, Monica Dolan
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3661210/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: melancholic, intimate, wistful, quiet weekend viewing, rainy day

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of history and human connection unfolds through the lens of archaeology.

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