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The Looking Glass Murders
1970·Movie
·27min·
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Funny, immersive world.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Spectacle6
- Violence6
Heart
Romantic and moving
- Romance7
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and dark humor
- Physical Comedy8
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
World
Show business, fantasy, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and direction
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout visual style and score
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
Energy
MediumTense
The Looking Glass Murders is tense.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and dark humor
Expect plenty of slapstick and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighShow business, fantasy, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around show business, fantasy, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout performances and direction
The performances and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout visual style and score
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and score stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Made for Scottish TV and airing in 1970, "The Looking Glass Murders" is a filmed version of the mime improv play "Pierrot in Turquoise", which Lindsay Kemp and David Bowie first staged in 1967. Pierrot is a freaky mime who ventures into a mirror where he falls in love and rolls around with the equally grotesque Columbine. But when Columbine spurs him for Harlequin, Pierrot's jealousy takes over and drives him to murder. Cloud, perched on a ladder, watches over the proceedings and narrates in song.
Experimental Mime PlayDarkly RomanticGrotesque VisualsTheatrical FantasyJealousy-Fueled TragedyMusical NarrationAvant-Garde CinemaUnsettling & SurrealDavid Bowie Connection
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Is The Looking Glass Murders worth watching?
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DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Looking Glass Murders rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Looking Glass Murders?
0 h 27 min
The Looking Glass Murders runs 0 h 27 min.
What language is The Looking Glass Murders in?
English
It was made in English.