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The Tower
2008·Movie
·1h 30min·
The Tower fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Catharsis3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Mystery and the mind
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery and the mind
Its world is built around mystery and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- 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.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual 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
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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When Lucy's brother vanishes into an abandoned building in Detroit, she embarks on a journey into the terrifying world of The Tower to discover all those whom it has consumed.
Urban HorrorAbandoned BuildingMissing PersonDetroit SettingSupernatural MysteryPsychological ThrillerBleak AtmosphereSound Design FocusClaustrophobic
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Questions about The Tower
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Tower worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5 and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Tower rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Tower?
1 h 30 min
The Tower runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Tower?
Critics88
Audiences50
Not quite. Critics rate The Tower higher (88) than audiences (50). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Tower in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does The Tower use?
Too Dumb to LiveShout-OutMade of IronRed HerringDeveloping Doomed CharactersArtistic License – PhysicsFatal Family PhotoMan on FireDwindling PartyDarker and EdgierMelodramaElevator Failureand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for The Tower, including Too Dumb to Live, Shout-Out, Made of Iron.