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Taboo
2024·Movie
·8min·
Taboo fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Catharsis3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
The mind, mystery, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Taboo is nerve-racking and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
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.
World
MediumThe mind, mystery, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, mystery, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Don't talk about it.
When a young woman turns to her friend for support about a sensitive topic, she doesn't find the safe space she was looking for. Instead, she encounters a dark entity that gains strength the more attention it's given.
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Is Taboo worth watching?
84
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Taboo rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Taboo?
0 h 8 min
Taboo runs 0 h 8 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Taboo?
Critics100
Audiences69
Not quite. Critics rate Taboo higher (100) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Taboo in?
English
It was made in English.