4.5
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The Shade
2024·Movie
·2h 7min·
The Shade fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics8
- Melancholy7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Shade is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and family
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
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About
The family secret is out for blood.
Twenty-year-old Ryan struggles with a debilitating anxiety disorder following his father's death. Together with his two brothers, he must fight to break the destructive cycle threatening their family as ancient darkness closes in on them.
Psychological HorrorFamily TraumaAnxiety RepresentationBrotherhoodGothic HorrorAncient DarknessEmotional TurmoilIntense Atmosphere
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Questions about The Shade
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Shade worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 4.5, Rotten Tomatoes 70%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Shade rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is The Shade?
2 h 7 min
The Shade runs 2 h 7 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Shade?
Critics65
Audiences59
Yes. Critics average 65 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see The Shade much the same way.
What language is The Shade in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Shade?
17
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+3GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Shade in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.