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The Golem
1936·Movie
·1h 36min·
The Golem fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Fantasy, history, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas 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.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy, history, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, history, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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The Golem, a giant creature created out of clay by a rabbi, comes to life in a time of trouble to protect the Jews of Prague from persecution.
Golem MythosJewish FolklorePrague HistoryCreature FeatureSocial AllegoryHorror ElementsPeriod PieceMysterious
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Questions about The Golem
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Golem worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Golem rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Golem?
1 h 36 min
The Golem runs 1 h 36 min.
Is The Golem based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Golem?
Critics80
Audiences64
Not quite. Critics rate The Golem higher (80) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Golem in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in XC.
What tropes does The Golem use?
Summoning RitualSliding Scale of Anti-VillainsArtificial HumanMundane UtilityBowdleriseCreating Life Is BadThe EmperorAsshole VictimGreater-Scope VillainSpeech BubbleGolemFunctional Magicand 40 more
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for The Golem, including Summoning Ritual, Sliding Scale of Anti-Villains, Artificial Human.