6.5
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Death Watch
1980·Movie
Death Watch fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody8
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor6
World
The mind, show business, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Death Watch is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind, show business, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, show business, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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She's the target of every eye… including eyes only science could create.
In a future world where the disease has been finally defeated and everything can be sold, even the crude spectacle of death, the rare case of a dying woman becomes the morbid theme of a revolutionary reality show, broadcast through the curious eyes of a peculiar camera.
Dystopian FutureMedia SatirePsychological ThrillerMortality and ExploitationUnsettling and DisturbingReality TV CritiqueTechnological DystopiaMelancholy and Bleak
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Death Watch worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 79%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Death Watch rated?
RSuicide themesDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: suicide themes and disturbing imagery.
How long is Death Watch?
2 h 11 min
Death Watch runs 2 h 11 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Death Watch?
Critics79
Audiences63
Not quite. Critics rate Death Watch higher (79) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Death Watch in?
FrenchEnglishGerman
It was made in French, with some English, German. Produced in France, Germany.
In how many countries can I watch Death Watch?
13
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Death Watch in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.