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Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Scare5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and satire
- Dark Humor9
- Satire & Parody8
- Cringe Humor7
World
Everyday modern life, family, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Suicide Shop is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and satire
Expect plenty of dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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In a cold French city where suicide is a common urge, there is a colorful shop, managed for many years by the Tuvache family, where it is very easy to obtain the necessary tools to satisfy the sinister desires of so many depressed citizens.
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Is The Suicide Shop worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 71%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Suicide Shop rated?
Suicide themesDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: suicide themes and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Suicide Shop?
1 h 19 min
The Suicide Shop runs 1 h 19 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Suicide Shop?
Critics71
Audiences56
Not quite. Critics rate The Suicide Shop higher (71) than audiences (56). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Suicide Shop in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Belgium, France, Canada.
In how many countries can I watch The Suicide Shop?
29
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+15GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Suicide Shop in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Suicide Shop use?
Offing the OffspringBloodless CarnageChildren Are InnocentCrapsack WorldAdapted OutTherapy EpisodeSpared by the AdaptationGothWhite SheepMy God, What Have I Done?Tone ShiftBlack Comedyand 55 more
TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for The Suicide Shop, including Offing the Offspring, Bloodless Carnage, Children Are Innocent.