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Set the Thames on Fire
2015·Movie
Set the Thames on Fire fingerprint
Funny, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Satire & Parody7
World
The future, society, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Set the Thames on Fire is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe future, society, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, society, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
Two boys fall through a grotesque, nightmare London, endeavouring to survive and escape, and perhaps find hope together in this dark comedy.
Dystopian LondonCorporate TyrannySurreal SatireDark ComedyEccentric CharactersSocial CommentaryVisual StylizationFantasy ElementsPhilosophical
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Questions about Set the Thames on Fire
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Is Set the Thames on Fire worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Set the Thames on Fire?
1 h 23 min
Set the Thames on Fire runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is Set the Thames on Fire in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Set the Thames on Fire use?
Post-Apocalyptic DogInformed AttractivenessCompulsive LiarCreepy Crossdresser
TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for Set the Thames on Fire, including Post-Apocalyptic Dog, Informed Attractiveness, Compulsive Liar.