4.9
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Shallow Ground
2005·Movie
Shallow Ground fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Shallow Ground is terrifying, tense, and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, crime, and mystery. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
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.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Fear your past... it will find you
A naked teenage boy covered in blood appears at a remote sheriff's station one year after the brutal unsolved murder of a local girl. Now Sheriff Jack Shepherd, guilt ridden over the girl's murder, must confront his own demons as he desperately searches for the boy's true identity and possible victims. Little does Jack realize that he has started down a path that will bring him face to face with an unthinkable horror. Before sunrise the living will pay for the pain the dead have suffered.
Supernatural HorrorPsychological ThrillerMysterySheriffGuiltSmall TownDisturbingSupernatural ElementsUnsolved Murder
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Questions about Shallow Ground
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Is Shallow Ground worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 4.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shallow Ground rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Shallow Ground?
1 h 37 min
Shallow Ground runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Shallow Ground?
Critics50
Audiences41
Not quite. Critics rate Shallow Ground higher (50) than audiences (41). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Shallow Ground in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.