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Malice
2025·Movie
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Malice fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
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.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Journalist Ye Pan is looking for the truth behind a puzzling double fall. During her investigation, she reports nurse Li Yue and mother You Xi as suspects, which triggers public outcry and the situation gradually gets out of control.
Crime MysteryInvestigative ThrillerSocial CommentaryPsychological SuspenseMedia ScrutinyUnraveling TruthPublic OutcryCharacter-Driven PlotIntriguing Narrative
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Questions about Malice
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Malice worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Malice rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
Is Malice based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Malice?
Critics80
Audiences60
Not quite. Critics rate Malice higher (80) than audiences (60). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Malice in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
What tropes does Malice use?
Would Hurt a ChildCat ScareIgnore the FanserviceDr. JerkYou Have GOT to Be Kidding Me!Red HerringForeshadowingHot TeacherInsufferable GeniusFootsie Under the TableHoist by His Own PetardBroken Pedestaland 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Malice, including Would Hurt a Child, Cat Scare, Ignore the Fanservice.