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Death Takes a Holiday
1971·Movie
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Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Deeply romantic and moving
- Romance9
- Pathos7
- Wonder7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Situational Comedy2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Fantasy and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Death Takes a Holiday is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumDeeply romantic and moving
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, moving, and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighFantasy and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Death takes a human form and visits Earth to try to find out why humans want so desperately to cling to life. He unexpectedly falls in love with a beautiful young woman.
Classic RomancePhilosophical FantasyDeath PersonifiedPoignant DramaEthereal Love StoryExistential MeditationThought-ProvokingDreamlike AtmosphereCharacter-Driven
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Is Death Takes a Holiday worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Death Takes a Holiday?
1 h 13 min
Death Takes a Holiday runs 1 h 13 min.
What language is Death Takes a Holiday in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Death Takes a Holiday use?
I'm Cold... So Cold...Who Wants to Live Forever?Fake AristocratAll Love Is UnrequitedFish out of WaterDied Happily Ever AfterBlack CloakForeshadowingDrives Like CrazyAnthropomorphic PersonificationCuriosity Causes ConversionShadow of Impending Doomand 22 more
TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for Death Takes a Holiday, including I'm Cold... So Cold..., Who Wants to Live Forever?, Fake Aristocrat.