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Apocryphal
2012·Movie
·17min·
Apocryphal fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
The mind and society
- Ambiguity9
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Apocryphal is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumThe mind and society
Its world is built around the mind and society. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The world belongs to those who learn to take advantage.
Bewildered, Carlos awakens from a nightmare stalked by Death. The dream has a foreboding message, which is not entirely clear to him. Carlos decides to challenge his destiny and face the consequences, but his evil doing ends up shaping his own fate and that of those around him. Macabre by choice, Carlos attempts to tip the scales by changing the course of the plot designed by the gods. In this story,the unsettling city of Mexico is the backdropthat reveals psychological and human postures characteristic of a big city. It is a story where individuals who change their destiny with masks and opportunism manipulate morality, religion and reason for selfish personal gain.
Psychological ThrillerExistential DreadMoral AmbiguityUrban NoirFate vs. Free WillPhilosophical DramaDark & BroodingSuspenseful NarrativeMexican Cinema
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What is Apocryphal rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Apocryphal?
0 h 17 min
Apocryphal runs 0 h 17 min.
What language is Apocryphal in?
EnglishSpanish
It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in Mexico.