The Tree of Life Movie Barcode

2011 · dir. Terrence Malick · 139 min · 1.85:1 · drama

Amber / Gold palette · Balanced · 328 stripes

This movie barcode compresses all 139 minutes of The Tree of Life into a single image: every shot is averaged to one colour and laid down as a vertical stripe, left to right, opening frame to end credits. Directed by Terrence Malick in 2011 and framed at 1.85:1, the drama palette shows up as bands of colour you can read at a glance.

About this filmv

The story follows a boy growing up in Texas while weaving in the origins of the entire universe. It uses bright, glowing light and natural imagery to explore the meaning of existence and family bonds. The colors are vivid, ranging from lush green gardens to the fiery birth of stars.

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Film details

Release year
2011
Director
Terrence Malick
Runtime
139 min
Aspect ratio
1.85:1
Average shot
5.6s
Genre
drama

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