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Doctor Sleep fingerprint
Emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Scare4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
- Melancholy3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
Mystery, everyday modern life, and crime
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, everyday modern life, and crime
Its world is built around mystery, everyday modern life, and crime.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Is Doctor Sleep worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Metacritic 45). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Doctor Sleep rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Doctor Sleep?
1 h 48 min
Doctor Sleep runs 1 h 48 min.
Is Doctor Sleep based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Doctor Sleep?
Not quite. Audiences rate Doctor Sleep higher (61) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Doctor Sleep a box office hit?
No. It cost about $10 million to make and earned $691,495 worldwide, 7% of its budget.
What language is Doctor Sleep in?
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United Kingdom, France.
What tropes does Doctor Sleep use?
TV Tropes lists 159 storytelling tropes for Doctor Sleep, including Bait the Dog, The Older Immortal, Immune to Mind Control.