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Dead Man Walking
1988·Movie
·1h 27min·R·
Dead Man Walking fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis4
- Family Dynamics4
- Hopefulness3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Physical Comedy2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
The future
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality4
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality6
- Cinematography5
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Dead Man Walking is thrilling, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowThe future
Its world is built around the future.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
After Leila, his boss's daughter, is kidnapped by psychopathic plague victim Decker, chauffeur Chazz teams up with plague-infected mercenary Luger to penetrate the toxic & off-limits Plague Zone and bring her back alive.
Post-Apocalyptic ActionSci-Fi ThrillerHostage RescueMercenary AdventureToxic ZonePsychopathic VillainFast-PacedGritty AtmosphereSurvival Mission
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Questions about Dead Man Walking
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Dead Man Walking worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 5 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dead Man Walking rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Dead Man Walking?
1 h 27 min
Dead Man Walking runs 1 h 27 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Dead Man Walking?
Critics80
Audiences60
Not quite. Critics rate Dead Man Walking higher (80) than audiences (60). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Dead Man Walking in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Dead Man Walking use?
Nice GirlMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneTruth in TelevisionPay Evil unto EvilTook a Level in KindnessShout-OutNever My FaultInnocently InsensitiveThe Last Thing You Ever See"The Reason You Suck" SpeechGallows HumourBeauty Inversionand 39 more
TV Tropes lists 51 storytelling tropes for Dead Man Walking, including Nice Girl, Maybe Magic, Maybe Mundane, Truth in Television.