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Pieces
2013·Movie
·15min·
Pieces fingerprint
Strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life
- Ambiguity7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Pieces is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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An unspoken incident unravels the lives of two families into nightmare, fracturing time and memory.
Fractured NarrativePsychological DramaUnspoken TraumaFamily SecretsDreamlike AtmosphereMemory and TimeAmbiguous EndingIndependent Film
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Questions about Pieces
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Pieces worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pieces rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Pieces?
0 h 15 min
Pieces runs 0 h 15 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pieces?
Critics63
Audiences57
Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see Pieces much the same way.
What language is Pieces in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Pieces use?
Take That!Chivalrous PervertAn Arm and a LegChainsaw GoodShower SceneBlood Is Squicker in WaterGainax EndingBig Word ShoutCurtain CamouflageTroubling Unchildlike BehaviourIronic Nursery TuneAxe Before Enteringand 23 more
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Pieces, including Take That!, Chivalrous Pervert, An Arm and a Leg.