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Death Note
2017·Movie
Death Note fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Wonder4
- Pathos3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Crime, the mind, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Complexity6
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Death Note is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
LowCrime, the mind, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime, the mind, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction4Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting4Performance craft and presence.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Justice is coming.
Light Turner finds a supernatural notebook and uses it to mete out death, attracting the attention of a detective, a demon and a girl in his class.
Supernatural ThrillerCrime and JusticePsychological Cat-and-MouseDark Moral ChoicesTeen AngstPop Culture ReferencesIntense SuspenseMoral DilemmasVigilante Justice
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Questions about Death Note
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Death Note worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 4.5, Rotten Tomatoes 36%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Death Note rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Death Note?
1 h 41 min
Death Note runs 1 h 41 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Death Note?
Critics40
Audiences33
Yes. Critics average 40 and audiences 33 out of 100, so both groups see Death Note much the same way.
What language is Death Note in?
EnglishChineseJapaneseSpanish
It was made in English, with some Chinese, Japanese, Spanish. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Death Note?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Death Note in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Death Note use?
Adaptation DistillationAdaptational HeroismAffirmative Action GirlAdapted OutAdaptational Late AppearanceAnyone Can DieWhat If?Karma HoudiniAdvertised ExtraAdaptational MundanityColor-Coded for Your ConvenienceDeconstructionand 7 more
TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Death Note, including Adaptation Distillation, Adaptational Heroism, Affirmative Action Girl.