In a Better World

In a Better World elicits strong emotional responses primarily centered around Sadness and Empathy, driven by the profound struggles of its characters, from the suffering in an African refugee camp to the personal grief of a child and the marital strife of parents. Anxiety and Anger are prominent due to the escalating bullying and the dangerous revenge plot undertaken by the children, creating significant tension. Despite the heavy themes, underlying Love for family and friends, alongside a persistent sense of Hope for reconciliation and a better future, provide a nuanced emotional landscape. The film also evokes Melancholy from its exploration of grief and separation, and moments of Inspiration through its powerful message of forgiveness and the complexities of human morality.