Beautiful Creatures
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Beautiful Creatures fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Romance7
- Coming of Age7
- Hopefulness6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Fantasy, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumRomantic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's romantic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around fantasy, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Dark secrets will come to light.
Actors
Crew
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Questions about Beautiful Creatures
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Beautiful Creatures worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 47%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Beautiful Creatures rated?
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Beautiful Creatures?
2 h 4 min
Beautiful Creatures runs 2 h 4 min.
Is Beautiful Creatures based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Beautiful Creatures?
Not quite. Audiences rate Beautiful Creatures higher (58) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Beautiful Creatures a box office hit?
Roughly broke even. It cost about $60 million to make and earned $60 million worldwide, 1.0 times its budget.
What language is Beautiful Creatures in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Beautiful Creatures?
+36GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Beautiful Creatures in 50 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Beautiful Creatures use?
TV Tropes lists 100 storytelling tropes for Beautiful Creatures, including Running Gag, Adorably Precocious Child, High-Heel–Face Turn.