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Ticks
2022·Movie
·10min·
Ticks fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
- Hopefulness3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The mind and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Ticks is tense, thrilling, and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic6Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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In the midst of a violent breakup, Jenny- a drifter- encounters a presence in the woods that causes them to turn against their partner.
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Questions about Ticks
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ticks worth watching?
45
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4.5, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ticks rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Ticks?
0 h 10 min
Ticks runs 0 h 10 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ticks?
Critics57
Audiences42
Not quite. Critics rate Ticks higher (57) than audiences (42). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Ticks in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Ticks use?
HallucinationsPeek-a-Boo CorpseRape as BackstoryMercy KillMutantsBear TrapThe SiegeVisible Boom MicEvil BritAttack of the Killer WhateverThe End... Or Is It?Jerk with a Heart of Goldand 19 more
TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Ticks, including Hallucinations, Peek-a-Boo Corpse, Rape as Backstory.