3.9
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Barrio Tales
2012·Movie
·1h 24min·PG-13·
Barrio Tales fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and violent
- Scare8
- Violence8
- Tension7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Crime, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
HighScary and violent
Barrio Tales is scary, violent, and tense.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
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.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
Welcome to Barrio Amigos!
Two American teenagers in search of cheap drugs, trespass into the seedy town of Barrio, Mexico. What they find instead is a disturbed story teller and three tales filled with blood, witches and a cannibalistic taco chef.
Mexican HorrorAnthology FilmDark TalesGrotesque ImageryCannibalismWitchesSupernatural HorrorSocial CommentaryVisceral
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Is Barrio Tales worth watching?
33
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 33/100 (IMDb 3.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Barrio Tales rated?
PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Barrio Tales?
1 h 24 min
Barrio Tales runs 1 h 24 min.
What language is Barrio Tales in?
FrenchEnglishSpanish
It was made in French, with some English, Spanish. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Barrio Tales?
3
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