4.4
Dark Signal fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Satire & Parody1
World
Crime, mystery, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout sound design and editing
- Sound Centrality9
- Editing8
- Music Centrality8
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Dark Signal is nerve-racking, scary, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout sound design and editing
Look and sound: the sound design and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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Is Dark Signal worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 31/100 (IMDb 4.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 33%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dark Signal rated?
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Dark Signal?
1 h 38 min
Dark Signal runs 1 h 38 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Dark Signal?
Yes. Critics average 33 and audiences 39 out of 100, so both groups see Dark Signal much the same way.
What language is Dark Signal in?
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Dark Signal?
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dark Signal in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.