Painkillers
4.1
Painkillers fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Mystery, everyday modern life, and war
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Painkillers is tense, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, everyday modern life, and war
Its world is built around mystery, everyday modern life, and war.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- 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.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Questions about Painkillers
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Is Painkillers worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 4.1 and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Painkillers rated?
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Painkillers?
1 h 45 min
Painkillers runs 1 h 45 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Painkillers?
Not quite. Critics rate Painkillers higher (50) than audiences (35). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Painkillers in?
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Painkillers?
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Painkillers in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.