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The Awakening
2024·Movie
·15min·
The Awakening fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Sound Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Awakening is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Intrigued by waking up daily with muddy feet, a clean-living man records himself sleeping, with nightmarish results.
Psychological MysteryNightmarish VisionsSleep ParalysisEerie Sound DesignUnsettling AtmosphereSupernatural HorrorMind-BendingContemporary SettingIntriguing Premise
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Questions about The Awakening
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Is The Awakening worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Awakening rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Awakening?
0 h 15 min
The Awakening runs 0 h 15 min.
What language is The Awakening in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does The Awakening use?
Disappeared DadBoarding SchoolI Want My Beloved to Be HappySurvivor GuiltRed HerringThe RevealRewatch BonusCaught with Your Pants DownShell-Shocked VeteranDeliberate Values DissonanceHer Heart Will Go OnLaser-Guided Amnesiaand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for The Awakening, including Disappeared Dad, Boarding School, I Want My Beloved to Be Happy.