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Blood Diamond fingerprint
Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Coming of Age7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
War, society, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion10
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
- Direction9
- Acting9
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design
- Cinematography9
- Editing8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
Blood Diamond is nerve-racking, brutally violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- 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
MediumWar, society, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around war, society, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion10Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, editing, and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography, editing, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
It will cost you everything.
An ex-mercenary turned smuggler. A Mende fisherman. Amid the explosive civil war overtaking 1999 Sierra Leone, these men join for two desperate missions: recovering a rare pink diamond of immense value and rescuing the fisherman's son, conscripted as a child soldier into the brutal rebel forces ripping a swath of torture and bloodshed countrywide.
Gritty War DramaGeopolitical ThrillerHumanitarian CrisisChild Soldier StoryResource ExploitationIntense & UrgentHard-hitting RealismMoral DilemmasSurvival Epic
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Blood Diamond worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Blood Diamond rated?
RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Blood Diamond?
2 h 23 min
Blood Diamond runs 2 h 23 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Blood Diamond?
Critics64
Audiences84
Not quite. Audiences rate Blood Diamond higher (84) than critics (64). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Blood Diamond a box office hit?
Budget$100 million
Box office$172 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $100 million to make and earned $172 million worldwide, 1.7 times its budget.
What language is Blood Diamond in?
EnglishAfrikaans
It was made in English, with some Afrikaans. Produced in Germany, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Blood Diamond?
112
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What tropes does Blood Diamond use?
Child SoldiersAnachronism StewShovel StrikeDeath Equals RedemptionVillain SongPoirot SpeakNever Heard That One BeforeDating CatwomanIntrepid ReporterAn Arm and a LegA-Team FiringYou Have Outlived Your Usefulnessand 71 more
TV Tropes lists 83 storytelling tropes for Blood Diamond, including Child Soldiers, Anachronism Stew, Shovel Strike.