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Pink Floyd: The Wall fingerprint
Stunning style, high energy.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
- Tension7
- Spectacle7
- Violence7
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some dark humor and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Absurdist Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
World
The mind, show business, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout score, editing, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition10
- Music Centrality10
- Editing9
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
Pink Floyd: The Wall is tense, spectacular, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, show business, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, show business, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
Very highStandout score, editing, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score, editing, and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition10Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality10The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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The memories. The madness. The music... The movie.
A troubled rock star descends into madness in the midst of his physical and social isolation from everyone.
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Questions about Pink Floyd: The Wall
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Is Pink Floyd: The Wall worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 73%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pink Floyd: The Wall rated?
RViolenceDrug useDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Pink Floyd: The Wall?
1 h 35 min
Pink Floyd: The Wall runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pink Floyd: The Wall?
Critics60
Audiences85
Not quite. Audiences rate Pink Floyd: The Wall higher (85) than critics (60). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Pink Floyd: The Wall a box office hit?
Budget$12 million
Box office$22 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $12 million to make and earned $22 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.
What language is Pink Floyd: The Wall in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Pink Floyd: The Wall use?
Paranoia FuelGreen-Eyed MonsterBritish Rock StarVisionary VillainGenre RouletteDramatically Missing the PointLaughing MadDesperate Plea for HomeNo SwastikasParent-Induced Extended ChildhoodTrash the SetDoes This Remind You of Anything?and 243 more
TV Tropes lists 255 storytelling tropes for Pink Floyd: The Wall, including Paranoia Fuel, Green-Eyed Monster, British Rock Star.