Doppelgänger
6.3
Doppelgänger fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
The mind and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Doppelgänger is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny10Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological10Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Doppelgänger
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Doppelgänger worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Doppelgänger rated?
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Doppelgänger?
1 h 47 min
Doppelgänger runs 1 h 47 min.
What language is Doppelgänger in?
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Doppelgänger use?
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Doppelgänger, including Cool Plane, Cool Spaceship, Technology Porn.