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The Taking
2004·Movie
·12min·
The Taking fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Taking 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.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Some old houses have secrets. Dark secrets that bleed into the very soul of its foundations. For young Isobel and her Grandmother, they discover through the course of one eerie night, that some secrets weren't meant to be unraveled. Isobel, whose seems to have an uncanny bond with whatever spirits inhabit their old mansion, learns that even the very place they call home will do anything to tear their love apart. Some secrets weren't meant to be revealed. Not by little girls. So sweet... so innocent... Little girls don't even know when or where to run. That's what they're counting on. They're coming...and they're taking...
Supernatural HorrorHaunted HousePsychological ThrillerFamily SecretsEerie AtmosphereSlow BurnGothic HorrorMelancholyUnexplained Phenomena
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Questions about The Taking
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Taking worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Taking rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Taking?
0 h 12 min
The Taking runs 0 h 12 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Taking?
Critics70
Audiences52
Not quite. Critics rate The Taking higher (70) than audiences (52). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Taking in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.