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Bless the Child fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Scary and tense
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
Energy
HighScary and tense
Bless the Child is scary and tense.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, mystery, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Mankind's last hope just turned six.
When Maggie's sister Jenna saddles her with an autistic newborn named Cody she touches Maggie's heart and becomes the daughter she has always longed for. But six years later Jenna suddenly re-enters her life and, with her mysterious new husband, Eric Stark, abducts Cody. Despite the fact that Maggie has no legal rights to Cody, FBI agent John Travis takes up her cause when he realizes that Cody shares the same birth date as several other recently murdered children.
Supernatural ThrillerReligious HorrorCultAutistic ChildFBI InvestigationGood vs EvilSpiritual WarfareOccult Mystery
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Questions about Bless the Child
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Is Bless the Child worth watching?
30
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 31/100 (IMDb 5.1, Rotten Tomatoes 4%, and Metacritic 17). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Bless the Child rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is Bless the Child?
1 h 47 min
Bless the Child runs 1 h 47 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Bless the Child?
Critics11
Audiences50
Not quite. Audiences rate Bless the Child higher (50) than critics (11). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Bless the Child a box office hit?
Budget$40 million
Box office$40 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $40 million worldwide, 1.0 times its budget.
What language is Bless the Child in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States, Germany, Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Bless the Child?
15
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What tropes does Bless the Child use?
Adaptation Name ChangeUsed to Be a Sweet KidOff with Her Head!Religion of EvilHuman SacrificeEven Evil Has StandardsCosmic KeystoneComposite CharacterMacGuffin Super-PersonDeath of a ChildHijacked by JesusMind over Matterand 35 more
TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for Bless the Child, including Adaptation Name Change, Used to Be a Sweet Kid, Off with Her Head!.