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Skyscraper
1959·Movie
Skyscraper fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
History
- World Immersion6
- Novelty5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure4
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Skyscraper is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowHistory
Its world is built around history.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Nominated for an Academy Award, this live-action short film playfully chronicles the construction of the Tishman Building at 666 Fifth Avenue in New York City.
Construction Time-LapseMid-Century ModernNew York CityHistorical DocumentaryInnovative EditingOptimistic OutlookUrban DevelopmentAcademy Award NomineeShort Film
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Is Skyscraper worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Skyscraper?
0 h 22 min
Skyscraper runs 0 h 22 min.
What language is Skyscraper in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Skyscraper?
2
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What tropes does Skyscraper use?
Greater-Scope VillainWe Used to Be FriendsHanging by the FingersDidn't Think This ThroughArcologyExtremely Short TimespanThe CavalryRed HerringHollywood HackingEven Evil Has StandardsBad BossChekhov's Gunand 67 more
TV Tropes lists 79 storytelling tropes for Skyscraper, including Greater-Scope Villain, We Used to Be Friends, Hanging by the Fingers.