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Waking Karma
2023·Movie
·1h 26min·
Waking Karma fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age7
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Waking Karma is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
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- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Destiny never sleeps
When high school senior Karma's estranged cult leader father traps her and her mother in a remote forest compound, she must survive a series of psychological trials meant to prepare her for a strange and deadly reincarnation ritual.
Psychological ThrillerCult SurvivalReincarnation RitualEstranged FamilyRemote Forest CompoundMind GamesIntense AtmosphereBleak & Disturbing
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Questions about Waking Karma
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Is Waking Karma worth watching?
32
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32/100 (IMDb 2.9, Rotten Tomatoes 20%, and Metacritic 42). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Waking Karma rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Waking Karma?
1 h 26 min
Waking Karma runs 1 h 26 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Waking Karma?
Critics31
Audiences29
Yes. Critics average 31 and audiences 29 out of 100, so both groups see Waking Karma much the same way.
What language is Waking Karma in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Waking Karma?
2
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