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In My Mother's Skin
2023·Movie
In My Mother's Skin fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Violence7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Fantasy, history, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
In My Mother's Skin is tense, scary, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy, history, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, history, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
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.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Stranded in the Philippines during World War II, a young girl finds that her duty to protect her dying mother is complicated by her misplaced trust in a beguiling, flesh-eating fairy.
WWII HorrorFilipino FolkloreFlesh-Eating FairyDark FantasySurvival StoryMother-Daughter BondAtmosphericVisually Striking
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Is In My Mother's Skin worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is In My Mother's Skin rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is In My Mother's Skin?
1 h 37 min
In My Mother's Skin runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on In My Mother's Skin?
Critics80
Audiences53
Not quite. Critics rate In My Mother's Skin higher (80) than audiences (53). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is In My Mother's Skin in?
Filipino
It was made in Filipino. Produced in Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan.
In how many countries can I watch In My Mother's Skin?
127
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