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Pedro Paramo
1967·Movie
·1h 44min·
Pedro Paramo fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, no humor.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Absurdist Humor2
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
The mind, history, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity8
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Character Depth7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Pedro Paramo is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and profoundly sad.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind, history, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, history, and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
When his mother Dolores dies, Juan Preciado, son of Pedro Páramo, goes to Comala to claim his inheritance; but when he arrives he finds an abandoned and sinister place, inhabited by mysterious voices and whispers…
Mexican GothicGhostly WhispersDesolate LandscapePost-RevolutionPsychological HorrorEerie AtmosphereUnfulfilled PromisesRural DecaySupernatural Mystery
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Is Pedro Paramo worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pedro Paramo rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Pedro Paramo?
1 h 44 min
Pedro Paramo runs 1 h 44 min.
Is Pedro Paramo based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pedro Paramo?
Critics80
Audiences70
Not quite. Critics rate Pedro Paramo higher (80) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Pedro Paramo in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Mexico.