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Criminal Lovers
1999·Movie
·1h 36min·
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High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Scare6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Coming of Age4
Humor
Some dark humor and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Absurdist Humor6
- Cringe Humor3
World
Crime, the mind, and everyday modern life
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Criminal Lovers is tense and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, the mind, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime, the mind, and everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Their idea of foreplay was murder.
After a perverted impulse drives them to kill, Alice and her boyfriend, Luc, drag the body into the woods, only to find themselves hopelessly lost – much like the fairy-tale plight of Hansel and Gretel. Starving and with no hope of being found, they chance upon a dilapidated cottage where a hulking man takes them prisoner and proceeds to feed Luc's sexual appetite.
Dark Fairy TalePsychological ThrillerFrench ExtremityCrime & PerversionUnsettling AtmosphereSurreal & DisturbingGrim & PessimisticSymbolic NarrativeArthouse Horror
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Questions about Criminal Lovers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Criminal Lovers worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 67%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Criminal Lovers rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Criminal Lovers?
1 h 36 min
Criminal Lovers runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Criminal Lovers?
Critics67
Audiences62
Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see Criminal Lovers much the same way.
What language is Criminal Lovers in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Criminal Lovers?
8
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