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Death Watch
1980·Movie
·2h 11min·R·
Death Watch fingerprint
High energy, funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis3
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody9
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor6
World
Society, the future, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Death Watch is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighSociety, the future, and show business
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, the future, and show business. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale 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.
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Questions about Death Watch
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?
RDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: 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
Audiences62
Not quite. Critics rate Death Watch higher (79) than audiences (62). 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 Germany, France.
In how many countries can I watch Death Watch?
9
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Death Watch in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.