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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Romance5
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
- Dark Humor2
World
Mystery, the mind, and history
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Midnight Lace is nerve-racking, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and history
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
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 Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Even with the arms of her love around her...she still felt the menace of that voice in the night!
Kit Preston begins to unravel when she receives threatening telephone calls informing her she's soon to be murdered.
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Questions about Midnight Lace
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Is Midnight Lace worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 83%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Midnight Lace rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Midnight Lace?
1 h 48 min
Midnight Lace runs 1 h 48 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Midnight Lace?
Critics72
Audiences70
Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see Midnight Lace much the same way.
What language is Midnight Lace in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Midnight Lace?
6
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Midnight Lace in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Midnight Lace use?
Billed Above the TitleBreak the CutieThe CharmerDriving a DeskRed HerringWhat Happened to the Mouse?Faux Affably EvilRemakePolice Are UselessEvil Makes You UglyHysterical WomanIdiot Balland 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Midnight Lace, including Billed Above the Title, Break the Cutie, The Charmer.