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Mask
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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle4
- Tension3
Heart
Deeply moving and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos9
- Family Dynamics9
- Hopefulness8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy2
World
A real life story, family, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Mask is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, hopeful, and cathartic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumA real life story, family, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around a real life story, family, and growing up. 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.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
The performances, characters, and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
They told 16 year old Rocky Dennis he could never be like everyone else. So he was determined to be better.
A significantly deformed but highly intelligent teenage boy and his biker gang mother attempt to live as normal a life as possible under the circumstances.
Inspiring True StoryHeartfelt DramaUnique Family BondAcceptance & ResilienceComing-of-AgeMother-Son Relationship1980s FilmEmotional JourneyAgainst All Odds
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Questions about Mask
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mask worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mask rated?
PG-13
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is Mask?
2 h 0 min
Mask runs 2 h 0 min.
Is Mask based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Mask?
Critics83
Audiences78
Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see Mask much the same way.
Was Mask a box office hit?
Budget$8 million
Box office$48 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $48 million worldwide, 6.4 times its budget.
What language is Mask in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Mask use?
Beast and BeautyOnly Known by Their NicknameBerserk ButtonHeroic BSoDSo Proud of YouForegone ConclusionMama BearDramatic IronyThe SpeechlessDowner EndingHooker with a Heart of GoldDeadpan Snarkerand 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Mask, including Beast and Beauty, Only Known by Their Nickname, Berserk Button.