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A Kiss Before Dying fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Crime, the mind, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
A Kiss Before Dying is tense, fast-paced, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, the mind, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime, the mind, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Loving him was easy. Trusting him was deadly.
Infatuated with the idea of becoming rich, college student Jonathan Corliss secretly dates Dorothy Carlsson to gain the approval of her wealthy father. When Dorothy tells Jonathan that she is pregnant and that her father will deny her inheritance if he finds out, Jonathan murders her, but he stages her death as a suicide. As Jonathan works his way onto Mr. Carlsson's payroll, Dorothy's twin sister, Ellen, investigates the apparent suicide.
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Is A Kiss Before Dying worth watching?
36
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 31%, and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is A Kiss Before Dying rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is A Kiss Before Dying?
1 h 35 min
A Kiss Before Dying runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on A Kiss Before Dying?
Critics36
Audiences45
Not quite. Audiences rate A Kiss Before Dying higher (45) than critics (36). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is A Kiss Before Dying in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch A Kiss Before Dying?
48
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What tropes does A Kiss Before Dying use?
Adaptation Name ChangeAdapted OutBookendsDead Person ImpersonationDead Star WalkingDeath by IronyDies Differently in the AdaptationThe Film of the BookFinally Found the BodyRailroad Tracks of DoomA Minor Kidroduction
TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for A Kiss Before Dying, including Adaptation Name Change, Adapted Out, Bookends.