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Dark Sun
1980·Movie
·2h 15min·
Dark Sun fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Satire & Parody3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Technology, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Character Depth7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Dark Sun is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumTechnology, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around technology, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A remake of Vávra's 1948 atomic age thriller Krakatit. Engineer Prokop creates the devastating explosive “Krakatit” and soon confronts manipulative agents and imperialist conspiracies. Realizing his invention’s threat, he fights to prevent its misuse, risking everything to stop those who seek to exploit his epochal discovery.
Sci-Fi ThrillerAtomic AgeInvention & DestructionImperialist ConspiracyPsychological TensionTechnological ThreatSocial CommentaryMoral Dilemma
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Questions about Dark Sun
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Dark Sun worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dark Sun rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Dark Sun?
2 h 15 min
Dark Sun runs 2 h 15 min.
Is Dark Sun based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Dark Sun in?
Czech
It was made in Czech. Produced in XC.