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Them
1996·Movie
·1h 25min·
Them fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos4
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Them is tense, scary, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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Remake of the 1954 SciFi classic
1950s Sci-Fi RemakeGiant AntsCold War paranoiaMonster MovieGrotesqueTechnological threatClassic Horror HomageAnxietySound DesignAtomic Age
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Sequels and Prequels
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Questions about Them
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Them worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 4.1 and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Them rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Them?
1 h 25 min
Them runs 1 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Them?
Critics60
Audiences54
Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 54 out of 100, so both groups see Them much the same way.
What language is Them in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Them use?
Curiosity Killed the CastConsummate ProfessionalHeroic SacrificeIt's All My FaultIt's PersonalSamus Is a GirlDown L.A. DrainBittersweet EndingCovers Always LieMonster DelayToo Dumb to LiveStock Screamand 61 more
TV Tropes lists 73 storytelling tropes for Them, including Curiosity Killed the Cast, Consummate Professional, Heroic Sacrifice.