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Corpse Bride
2005·Movie
Corpse Bride fingerprint
Stunning style, big heart.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Fast Pace6
- Scare5
Heart
Awe-inspiring and romantic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Wonder9
- Romance8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Some slapstick and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Dark Humor7
- Situational Comedy6
World
Fantasy, family, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability9
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition10
- Visual Stylization10
- Cinematography9
Energy
MediumSpectacular
Corpse Bride is spectacular.
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
HighAwe-inspiring and romantic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's awe-inspiring, romantic, and moving. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighSome slapstick and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighFantasy, family, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around fantasy, family, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
Very highStandout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score, visual style, and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition10Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
There's been a grave misunderstanding.
In a 19th-century European village, a young man about to be married is whisked away to the underworld and wed to a mysterious corpse bride, while his real bride waits bereft in the land of the living.
Gothic RomanceTim Burton AestheticMusical FantasyLife After DeathWhimsical & DarkVictorian SettingEmotional CatharsisVisual MasterpieceDanny Elfman ScoreComing-of-Age Love Story
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Questions about Corpse Bride
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Corpse Bride worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Corpse Bride rated?
PGDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Corpse Bride?
1 h 17 min
Corpse Bride runs 1 h 17 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Corpse Bride?
Critics84
Audiences76
Not quite. Critics rate Corpse Bride higher (84) than audiences (76). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Corpse Bride a box office hit?
Budget$40 million
Box office$118 million
Yes. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $118 million worldwide, 3.0 times its budget.
What language is Corpse Bride in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Corpse Bride?
113
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What tropes does Corpse Bride use?
Evil Is PettyParents Suck at MatchmakingWidowed at the WeddingNo Song for the WickedNever Trust a TrailerCrapsack WorldWorld of PunDeath GlareLazily Gender-Flipped NameLohengrin and MendelssohnSkewed PrioritiesInk-Suit Actorand 181 more
TV Tropes lists 193 storytelling tropes for Corpse Bride, including Evil Is Petty, Parents Suck at Matchmaking, Widowed at the Wedding.