6.8
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Frantic fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance4
- Melancholy4
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Mystery, everyday modern life, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Frantic is tense and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, everyday modern life, and crime
Its world is built around mystery, everyday modern life, and crime. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Danger. Desire. Desperation.
The wife of an American doctor suddenly vanishes in Paris. To find her, he navigates a puzzling web of language, locale, laissez-faire cops, triplicate-form filling bureaucrats and a defiant, mysterious waif who knows more than she tells.
Mystery ThrillerAmerican AbroadSuspenseful SearchHitchcockianParisian SettingConspiracyPsychological TensionMissing Person
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Questions about Frantic
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Frantic worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Frantic rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Frantic?
2 h 0 min
Frantic runs 2 h 0 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Frantic?
Critics72
Audiences70
Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see Frantic much the same way.
Was Frantic a box office hit?
Budget$20 million
Box office$18 million
No. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $18 million worldwide, 88% of its budget.
What language is Frantic in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States, France.
In how many countries can I watch Frantic?
76
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What tropes does Frantic use?
Come Back to Bed, HoneyFrench JerkGoing by the MatchbookGrey-and-Gray MoralityRed HerringNo MacGuffin, No WinnerRipped from the Phone BookDeath of the HypotenuseTake It to the BridgeToo Dumb to LiveShirtless SceneNot What It Looks Likeand 29 more
TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for Frantic, including Come Back to Bed, Honey, French Jerk, Going by the Matchbook.