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Deadtime Stories
2009·Movie
·1h 17min·
Deadtime Stories fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Catharsis3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
World
The mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Deadtime Stories is tense, scary, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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An anthology of three horror stories presented by George A. Romero. In "Valley of the Shadow," a woman searches for her missing husband in the jungles of South America, only to be in great danger herself. In "Wet," a lonely man finds an empty box on the beach and opens it, with disastrous results. In "House Call," a doctor is called to a rural farm house to diagnose a strange ailment. This segment is a short film directed by Tom Savini in 2004 as a failed television pilot.
Horror AnthologySuspenseful TalesPsychological DreadSupernatural ElementsTwisted EndingsIndependent HorrorMacabre StorytellingAtmosphericGeorge A. Romero
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Is Deadtime Stories worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 4 and Rotten Tomatoes 0%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Deadtime Stories rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How long is Deadtime Stories?
1 h 17 min
Deadtime Stories runs 1 h 17 min.
What language is Deadtime Stories in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Deadtime Stories use?
Ambiguously JewishAnd Show It to YouAnd Then John Was a ZombieBlast OutCardboard PrisonCar FuCatholic Schoolgirls RuleIt's Probably NothingLonger-Than-Life SentenceOur Werewolves Are DifferentProperly ParanoidCat Scareand 15 more
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Deadtime Stories, including Ambiguously Jewish, And Show It to You, And Then John Was a Zombie.