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Black Mass
2005·Movie
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Black Mass fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Wonder3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Physical Comedy1
World
War, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Black Mass is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumWar, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around war, history, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- 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
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
During World War II, four American GIs get caught up behind enemy lines. They seek shelter in an old church where they meet a bizarre priest. Soon they learn the Nazis have been tapping certain supernatural powers. The GIs must then combat their toughest opponent yet... evil in its purest form.
Supernatural HorrorWorld War II SettingPsychological TerrorOccult ThrillerWartime DreadDemonic EncounterIntense AtmosphereDark FantasyGrotesque ImagerySurvival Horror
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Questions about Black Mass
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Black Mass worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 5.2 and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Black Mass rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
Do critics and audiences agree on Black Mass?
Critics68
Audiences64
Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 64 out of 100, so both groups see Black Mass much the same way.
What language is Black Mass in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Black Mass use?
Outliving One's OffspringInterrogation FlashbackWhat the Hell, Hero?Officer O'HaraArms DealerWould Hit a GirlHe Knows Too MuchHistorical Villain DowngradeBased on a True StoryThe MoleCluster F-BombEven Evil Has Loved Onesand 28 more
TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for Black Mass, including Outliving One's Offspring, Interrogation Flashback, What the Hell, Hero?.