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Wait Until Dark fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Wait Until Dark is nerve-racking, thrilling, and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
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 Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A blind woman plays a deadly game of survival.
After a flight back home, Sam Hendrix returns with a doll he innocently acquired along the way. As it turns out, the doll is actually stuffed with heroin, and a group of criminals led by the ruthless Roat has followed Hendrix back to his place to retrieve it. When Hendrix leaves for business, the crooks make their move -- and find his blind wife, Susy, alone in the apartment. Soon, a life-threatening game begins between Susy and the thugs.
Psychological ThrillerHome InvasionBlind ProtagonistTense StandoffClaustrophobic SettingCat and Mouse GameSuspenseful1960s SettingDeceptionIngenious Plot
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Questions about Wait Until Dark
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Is Wait Until Dark worth watching?
84
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 81). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Wait Until Dark rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Wait Until Dark?
1 h 48 min
Wait Until Dark runs 1 h 48 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Wait Until Dark?
Critics89
Audiences82
Yes. Critics average 89 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Wait Until Dark much the same way.
Was Wait Until Dark a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$11 million
Yes. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.
What language is Wait Until Dark in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Wait Until Dark?
33
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+19GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wait Until Dark in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Wait Until Dark use?
Would Hurt a ChildJump ScareA Simple PlanMr. ExpositionThe GhostNo Name GivenAdaptation Name ChangeParental SubstitutePeek-a-Boo CorpsePerverted SniffingForeshadowingThe Spookand 65 more
TV Tropes lists 77 storytelling tropes for Wait Until Dark, including Would Hurt a Child, Jump Scare, A Simple Plan.