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Isn't It Shocking?
1973·Movie
·1h 13min·
Isn't It Shocking? fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Melancholy5
- Romance4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor4
World
Crime, mystery, and history
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and history
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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A small-town sheriff is confronted with the deaths of local senior citizens and strange goings-on in his town.
Small Town MysteryMade-for-TV Movie1970s Crime DramaDarkly HumorousQuirky CharactersNostalgic SettingSuspenseful PlotCharacter-Driven
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Is Isn't It Shocking? worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Isn't It Shocking? rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Isn't It Shocking??
1 h 13 min
Isn't It Shocking? runs 1 h 13 min.
What language is Isn't It Shocking? in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Isn't It Shocking? use?
Sinister Sweet ToothI Choose to StayModesty BedsheetManly TearsHollywood New EnglandSmall Town BoredomCrazy Cat LadyFinal GirlNot Staying for BreakfastSassy SecretaryPun-Based TitleArtistic License – Law Enforcement
TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Isn't It Shocking?, including Sinister Sweet Tooth, I Choose to Stay, Modesty Bedsheet.