The Human Element (2018) Review in 2025
The Human Element is a visually stunning documentary that explores the relationship between humans and nature, showcasing breathtaking landscapes and intimate moments of connection.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
This documentary is suitable for older children and adults who are interested in environmental and social issues.
CineReview Recommendation
This documentary is worth watching for anyone interested in environmental and social issues, and it's suitable for streaming or watching in theaters.
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The film delves into the lives of four individuals - a surfer, a farmer, a coal miner, and a NASA climate scientist - as they navigate the complexities of human existence and the impact of climate change on their lives.
Review Details
story8.00/10
The documentary has a strong narrative that effectively conveys the importance of human connection with nature, but it could have been more engaging and polished.
acting6.00/10
The acting is not a major focus of the documentary, but the individuals featured are genuine and authentic, and their performances are sincere and heartfelt.
characters7.00/10
The four individuals featured in the film are well-chosen and provide diverse perspectives, but their stories could have been more developed and nuanced.
direction8.00/10
The direction is solid, with a clear vision and a good balance of visuals and storytelling, but it could have been more innovative and experimental.
cinematography9.00/10
The cinematography is breathtaking, with stunning visuals that showcase the beauty of nature and the human experience, but it could have been more consistent and polished.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The documentary has stunning visuals, a strong narrative, and a clear vision, and it effectively conveys the importance of human connection with nature.
Cons
The documentary could have been more engaging and polished, and the stories of the four individuals could have been more developed and nuanced.
Notable Quotes
"The human element is not just about us, it's about the relationship between us and the natural world."
"We are not separate from nature, we are a part of it."
