6.4
Kill Your Darlings fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Pathos7
- Romance6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Absurdist Humor4
- Dark Humor4
World
Growing up, history, and crime
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters, performances, and dialogue
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Kill Your Darlings is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumGrowing up, history, and crime
Its world is built around growing up, history, and crime.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Biographical6Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters, performances, and dialogue
The characters, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Is Kill Your Darlings worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Kill Your Darlings rated?
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Kill Your Darlings?
1 h 43 min
Kill Your Darlings runs 1 h 43 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Kill Your Darlings?
Not quite. Critics rate Kill Your Darlings higher (72) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Kill Your Darlings a box office hit?
No. It cost about $6 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 29% of its budget.
What language is Kill Your Darlings in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Kill Your Darlings?
+31GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Kill Your Darlings in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Kill Your Darlings use?
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Kill Your Darlings, including The Beat Generation, The Charmer, Dark and Troubled Past.