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The Shallows
2025·Movie
·1h 13min·
The Shallows fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis4
- Wonder4
- Pathos3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Physical Comedy1
- Cringe Humor1
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighPulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Shallows is pulse-pounding, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Sports5Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
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.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Questions about The Shallows
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Shallows worth watching?
42
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 2.5, Rotten Tomatoes 79%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Shallows rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Shallows?
1 h 13 min
The Shallows runs 1 h 13 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Shallows?
Critics69
Audiences49
Not quite. Critics rate The Shallows higher (69) than audiences (49). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Shallows in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
What tropes does The Shallows use?
Shoo Out the ClownsKiss of LifeNever Trust a TrailerDeath by MaterialismUnlikely HeroIt Can ThinkKill It with FireHalf the Man He Used to BeAction SurvivorTropical Island AdventurePhysical Scars, Psychological ScarsChekhov's Gunand 55 more
TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for The Shallows, including Shoo Out the Clowns, Kiss of Life, Never Trust a Trailer.