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Detention
2010·Movie
Detention fingerprint
Striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age6
- Melancholy5
- Wonder5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Mystery and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Complexity7
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery and the mind
Its world is built around mystery and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Staying after school can be murder!
A group of high school students are sent to Detention. Abandoned and locked in, images of Ghosts appear as they attempt to escape, only to find themselves connected to a past horrific death and made responsible for it with their lives.
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Questions about Detention
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Is Detention worth watching?
32
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32/100 (IMDb 2.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Detention rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How long is Detention?
1 h 30 min
Detention runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Detention in?
EnglishCzech
It was made in English, with some Czech. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Detention?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Detention in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Detention use?
Jerk JockAbusive ParentsHormone-Addled TeenagerTime-Travel RomanceAbhorrent AdmirerSelf-DeprecationNice Job Breaking It, Hero!Disproportionate RetributionShow Within a ShowHypocritical HumourImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceSexy Soaked Shirtand 74 more
TV Tropes lists 86 storytelling tropes for Detention, including Jerk Jock, Abusive Parents, Hormone-Addled Teenager.