High Life

High Life (2009) elicits a primary response of **Humor**, typical of its comedy genre, though often leaning towards dark or cynical laughter given the characters and their circumstances. This is closely followed by **Anxiety** and **Anticipation** as the audience tracks the unfolding, ill-conceived criminal plot involving a junkie and his sleazy ex-cellmate. Elements of **Joy** and **Happiness** are present from the comedic situations, but are often undercut by feelings of **Anger**, **Disgust**, and **Disturbing** reactions towards the characters' actions and their grim reality. **Empathy** might also arise for the protagonist's 'hopeless' situation, balancing the darker comedic tone.