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The Lighthouse
2013·Movie
·2min·
The Lighthouse fingerprint
Striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy8
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Sound Centrality8
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Lighthouse is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- 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.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind
Its world is built around the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
A short film made for Venezia 70 - Future Reloaded
Psychological ShortExperimental FilmAtmosphericBleakIntenseSurrealBlack and WhiteArthouse
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Questions about The Lighthouse
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Lighthouse worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Lighthouse rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Lighthouse?
0 h 2 min
The Lighthouse runs 0 h 2 min.
What language is The Lighthouse in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does The Lighthouse use?
Rule of SymbolismIn Vino VeritasThe MünchausenGo Mad from the RevelationToilet HumorVoice of ReasonFather NeptuneLarge HamLighthouse PointThe UnrevealMind ScrewHitler Camand 120 more
TV Tropes lists 132 storytelling tropes for The Lighthouse, including Rule of Symbolism, In Vino Veritas, The Münchausen.