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Mama
2013·Movie
Mama fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Spectacle6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Family, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty5
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Standout sound design, cinematography, and score
- Sound Centrality9
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Mama is nerve-racking and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
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.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFamily, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, mystery, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout sound design, cinematography, and score
Look and sound: the sound design, cinematography, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A mother's love is forever.
Guillermo del Toro presents Mama, a supernatural thriller that tells the haunting tale of two little girls who disappeared into the woods the day that their parents were killed. When they are rescued years later and begin a new life, they find that someone or something still wants to come tuck them in at night.
Supernatural HorrorMaternal HorrorGothic Fairy TaleHaunting AtmosphereCreature FeatureTragic BackstoryUnsettling Sound DesignPsychological Dread
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Questions about Mama
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mama worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 63%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mama rated?
PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is Mama?
1 h 40 min
Mama runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Mama?
Critics60
Audiences60
Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 60 out of 100, so both groups see Mama much the same way.
Was Mama a box office hit?
Budget$15 million
Box office$146 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $146 million worldwide, 9.8 times its budget.
What language is Mama in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, Spain.
In how many countries can I watch Mama?
95
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What tropes does Mama use?
Macabre Moth MotifSuddenly VoicedColor MotifNo Peripheral VisionKarma HoudiniIt All Ends in TearsPet the DogHeadphones Equal IsolationLove RedeemsMarionette MotionFlight, Strength, HeartRule of Symbolismand 61 more
TV Tropes lists 73 storytelling tropes for Mama, including Macabre Moth Motif, Suddenly Voiced, Color Motif.