Beasts of the Southern Wild

This movie is a poignant blend of drama, fantasy, and adventure. The dominant emotional responses revolve around Sadness, Empathy, and Melancholy due to the harsh realities of Hushpuppy's life, her father's illness, and the impending environmental catastrophe. Despite the bleak circumstances, strong feelings of Inspiration and Hope emerge from Hushpuppy's indomitable spirit and resilience, as well as the profound Love between her and her father. Anxiety and Fear are present from the constant threats of nature and the fantastical aurochs, while Awe is evoked by the film's unique visual style and the raw power of the natural world.