Cat's Eye
6.3
Cat's Eye fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Scare6
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Hopefulness4
- Wonder4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity 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 Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Follow the newest cat-and-creature game as played through.
Actors
Crew
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Questions about Cat's Eye
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cat's Eye worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cat's Eye rated?
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Cat's Eye?
1 h 34 min
Cat's Eye runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cat's Eye?
Not quite. Critics rate Cat's Eye higher (79) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Cat's Eye a box office hit?
Roughly broke even. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $13 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.
What language is Cat's Eye in?
It was made in English. Produced in Netherlands, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Cat's Eye?
+1GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cat's Eye in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Cat's Eye use?
TV Tropes lists 112 storytelling tropes for Cat's Eye, including Fluffy the Terrible, Oh, Crap!, Only Sane Man.