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Thorns
2023·Movie
·1h 31min·
Thorns fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
- Tension9
- Scare7
- Spectacle6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos4
- Wonder3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor1
World
Faith and meaning, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Sound Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Thorns is nerve-racking and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
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.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFaith and meaning, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around faith and meaning, mystery, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity 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.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Is Thorns worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 3.1 and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Thorns rated?
Disturbing imageryViolenceSuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery, violence, and suicide themes.
How long is Thorns?
1 h 31 min
Thorns runs 1 h 31 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Thorns?
Critics63
Audiences31
Not quite. Critics rate Thorns higher (63) than audiences (31). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Thorns in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.