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Black Lightning
1924·Movie
·1h 0min·
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No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Violence4
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
History and war
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability3
- Novelty3
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Direction5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality1Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality2Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
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Is Black Lightning worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Black Lightning rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Black Lightning?
1 h 0 min
Black Lightning runs 1 h 0 min.
What language is Black Lightning in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.