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The Backrooms
Movie
·7min·
The Backrooms fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Scare7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
World
The mind and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Ambiguity8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout sound design, cinematography, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Sound Centrality10
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization8
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Backrooms is nerve-racking, thrilling, and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny10Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
HighThe mind and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout sound design, cinematography, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the sound design, cinematography, and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality10Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
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A abusive Father regrets his actions and he is put in a hell they call the backrooms and try’s to escape this nightmare of liminal spaces
Psychological HorrorLiminal SpaceExistential DreadUncanny AtmosphereSurvival ThrillerFather's RegretSurreal NightmareSensory OverloadDescent into HellAtmospheric Terror
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What is The Backrooms rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Backrooms?
0 h 7 min
The Backrooms runs 0 h 7 min.
What language is The Backrooms in?
English
It was made in English.