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The Unknown
1964·Movie
·48min·
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Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Scare5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Mystery and the mind
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, 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.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery and the mind
Its world is built around mystery and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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After two women poison the blackmailer who has been tormenting them, they wind up at the house of a blind man whose eccentric guest believes he has built a working time machine. Soon, the blackmailer is back to torment them all.
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Questions about The Unknown
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Unknown worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Unknown rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Unknown?
0 h 48 min
The Unknown runs 0 h 48 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Unknown?
Critics90
Audiences71
Not quite. Critics rate The Unknown higher (90) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Unknown in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Unknown use?
Friend ZoneEvil CrippleVillainous BreakdownBecoming the MaskBlackmailHates Being TouchedCutlass Between the TeethKnife OutlineLaughing MadKnife-Throwing ActWhat a DragHandy Feetand 21 more
TV Tropes lists 33 storytelling tropes for The Unknown, including Friend Zone, Evil Cripple, Villainous Breakdown.