Death in the Garden
6.7
Death in the Garden fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Melancholic and cathartic
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Satire & Parody2
World
War
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Death in the Garden is tense, thrilling, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic and cathartic
Emotionally, it's melancholic and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumWar
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Is Death in the Garden worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 93%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Death in the Garden rated?
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Death in the Garden?
1 h 45 min
Death in the Garden runs 1 h 45 min.
Is Death in the Garden based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Death in the Garden?
Not quite. Critics rate Death in the Garden higher (93) than audiences (62). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Death in the Garden in?
It was made in French. Produced in Mexico, France.
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