The State of the World
An omnibus project examining the state of the world.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The The State of the World has evolved significantly over a span of 0 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 6 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 1.3/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 1.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The State of the World has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Nightfall in Shanghai standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the The State of the World. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the The State of the World franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Luminous People
A recreation of an event to commemorate the presence of the dead and the decayed memories of the living, of filmmaking...
Nightfall in Shanghai
Tombée de nuit sur Shanghaï is Akerman’s contribution to the collective film L’état du monde (2007). Consists of little more than long-held vid shots of Shangha...
Germano
A short contemporary story about the crew of a small Brazilian fishing boat. Part of the anthology The State of the World....
One Way
Contemporary economic conditions in Nepal are examined with documentary images, interviews, and narration. There has been, for many years, a labour migration fr...
Brutality Factory
Modern China. On a bright sunny day, in a building site, an industrial complex is being deconstructed. Night falls. The ruins of the factory are empty and silen...
Common Questions about The State of the World
How many movies are in the The State of the World?
There are currently 6 movies in the The State of the World, starting from Luminous People to the latest release, Nightfall in Shanghai.
What is the best order to watch the The State of the World?
The best way to watch the The State of the World is usually in release order: starting with Luminous People and ending with Nightfall in Shanghai. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the The State of the World?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Nightfall in Shanghai in this franchise.