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Metamorphosis fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Family Dynamics9
- Melancholy8
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and cringe comedy
- Absurdist Humor8
- Cringe Humor7
- Dark Humor5
World
Family, the mind, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Metamorphosis is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighFamily, the mind, and society
Its world is built around family, the mind, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
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.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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TV film of Steven Berkoff's stage adaption of Kafka's famous story in which a young man, who is the sole financial supporter of his family, awakes one morning in the form of a giant dung beetle and thereby becomes a nuisance to his family, who must now learn to rely upon themselves.
Kafkaesque AdaptationPsychological DramaAbsurdist BleaknessExistential CrisisFamily DysfunctionBody HorrorSocial AlienationPhilosophicalUnsettling & GrotesqueStage to Screen
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Is Metamorphosis worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Metamorphosis rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Metamorphosis?
1 h 26 min
Metamorphosis runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is Metamorphosis in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.