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The Initiation
1968·Movie
·1h 12min·
The Initiation fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Coming of Age5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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She wanted to be in and she was willing to pay the price.
A clique of teenagers puts innocent girls under such psychological pressure that they agree to be deflowered in a special rite of passage.
ExploitationPsychological ThrillerTeenage AngstComing of AgeCult Film1960sSocial CommentaryHazingNoir
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What is The Initiation rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is The Initiation?
1 h 12 min
The Initiation runs 1 h 12 min.
What language is The Initiation in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Initiation use?
Bedlam HouseImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceThe RevealThe Can Kicked HimOffing the OffspringIronic Nursery RhymePrimal SceneCrusty CaretakerMachete MayhemSearching the StallsGaslightingShower Sceneand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for The Initiation, including Bedlam House, Impaled with Extreme Prejudice, The Reveal.