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It Conquered the World
1956·Movie
It Conquered the World fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Melancholy5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Some absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor6
- Satire & Parody5
- Physical Comedy4
World
Fantasy and technology
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization6
- Sound Centrality6
- Cinematography5
Energy
HighScary and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
It Conquered the World is scary and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy and technology
Its world is built around fantasy and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Every man its prisoner... every woman its slave!
An alien from Venus tries to take over the world with the help of a disillusioned human scientist, as his wife, his best friend and the friend's wife try to intervene.
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Questions about It Conquered the World
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Is It Conquered the World worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is It Conquered the World rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is It Conquered the World?
1 h 11 min
It Conquered the World runs 1 h 11 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on It Conquered the World?
Critics80
Audiences42
Not quite. Critics rate It Conquered the World higher (80) than audiences (42). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is It Conquered the World in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does It Conquered the World use?
Heel–Face TurnInexplicably Speaks Fluent AlienDying RaceAction GirlArtistic License – Space"I Know You're in There Somewhere" FightGorn"The Reason You Suck" SpeechBilingual DialoguePuppeteer ParasiteBronson Canyon and CavesAuthor Appealand 17 more
TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for It Conquered the World, including Heel–Face Turn, Inexplicably Speaks Fluent Alien, Dying Race.