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Smile
2022·Movie
Smile fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Absurdist Humor1
World
The mind and mystery
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout cinematography, score, and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Smile is terrifying, tense, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, score, and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography, score, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
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When two patients break out of an insane asylum, no one is safe. As the bodies pile up, an out-of-date detective seeks help anywhere he can get it. Can he stop the newly crowned Dark Carnival before their madness consumes the city?
High-Concept Horror ThrillerSound Design as WeaponClaustrophobic Urban NightmarePsychological DeteriorationVisually Striking CinematographyUnsettling AmbianceModern Supernatural MysteryTense and AtmosphericUnique Premise ExecutionSensory Overload
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Questions about Smile
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Is Smile worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 4.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Smile rated?
ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
What language is Smile in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Smile use?
Eldritch AbominationRace Against the ClockYou Have to Believe Me!Sole SurvivorEnds with a SmileForeshadowingYour Mind Makes It RealSerial KillerPsychic-Assisted SuicideTaglineKill It with FireArc Symboland 86 more
TV Tropes lists 98 storytelling tropes for Smile, including Eldritch Abomination, Race Against the Clock, You Have to Believe Me!.