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The Mallet
1977·Movie
·11min·
The Mallet fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Absurdist Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
Society, everyday modern life, and class and money
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure6
- Intrigue6
Style
Standout sound design and editing
- Sound Centrality9
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
The Mallet is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and class and money
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and class and money.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality0Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting0Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality0Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout sound design and editing
Look and sound: the sound design and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
In a futuristic, antiseptic food factory, workers select healthy chicks, while the rejects are carried along a conveyor belt until they are crushed by a mallet and drop into a garbage bin. A single black chick appears among the yellow and is shoved toward the garbage bin. Before the mallet strikes, the gasping chick rebels.
Industrial HorrorAnti-Capitalist AllegoryVisceral Sound DesignAnimal SufferingCold MinimalismExistential DreadGrotesque RealismShort Film ImpactSystemic Cruelty
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Questions about The Mallet
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Is The Mallet worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Mallet rated?
Disturbing imageryViolence
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and violence.
How long is The Mallet?
0 h 11 min
The Mallet runs 0 h 11 min.
What language is The Mallet in?
Serbian (Latin)xx
It was made in Serbian (Latin), with some xx. Produced in Serbia.