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The Perfect Sleep
2009·Movie
·1h 39min·R·
The Perfect Sleep fingerprint
Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Moving and romantic
- Pathos8
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy1
World
Crime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Sound Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
The Perfect Sleep is nerve-racking, brutally violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMoving and romantic
Emotionally, it's moving, romantic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas 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.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumCrime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime and the mind. 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.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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In a timeless city, a man with no name returns to the violent, brutal domain of assassins he left ten years before – back when they dubbed him The Mad Monk for his disregard for his own life and his intense devotion to one woman, Porphyria; a beautiful, luminescent woman; the girl he grew up with; the love of his life; the one thing he has ever wanted; the one thing he can never have.
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Is The Perfect Sleep worth watching?
29
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 29/100 (IMDb 4.4, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 27). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Perfect Sleep rated?
RViolenceStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is The Perfect Sleep?
1 h 39 min
The Perfect Sleep runs 1 h 39 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Perfect Sleep?
Critics30
Audiences35
Yes. Critics average 30 and audiences 35 out of 100, so both groups see The Perfect Sleep much the same way.
What language is The Perfect Sleep in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Perfect Sleep?
5
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