8.5
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Matador
2014·Movie
·14min·PG-13·
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Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Cathartic
- Catharsis7
- Pathos6
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Games, sports, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
Matador is nerve-racking, brutally violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowCathartic
Emotionally, it's cathartic.
All heart traits
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
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.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumGames, sports, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around games, sports, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Gaming10Video games and game culture.
- Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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A gritty drama focusing on Street Fighter's sociopathic and self-adoring Spanish ninja, Vega. Matador, details Claw's traumatic upbringing and the pivotal sequence of events that made him into the assassin he is today.
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Questions about Matador
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Matador worth watching?
85
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 93%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Matador rated?
PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Matador?
0 h 14 min
Matador runs 0 h 14 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Matador?
Critics93
Audiences82
Not quite. Critics rate Matador higher (93) than audiences (82). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Matador in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Matador use?
Attempted RapeDeliberately Painful ClothingBirds of a FeatherDecoy ProtagonistI Have No Son!Career-Ending InjuryDisappeared DadFalse ConfessionShout-OutThe Peeping TomCreator CameoAfraid of Bloodand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Matador, including Attempted Rape, Deliberately Painful Clothing, Birds of a Feather.