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Cold & Dark fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Crime, fantasy, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Cold & Dark is brutally violent, tense, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, fantasy, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, fantasy, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
To Protect and Sever
When Detective Mortimer Shade is somehow killed in a freezer, a parasite called a grail possesses his body, revives him, but he needs blood to stay alive. His partner John Dark accepts the new situation and together they become vigilantes, judging and killing the bad guys, with Shade sucking their blood with his claw. However, Dark notes that Shade is losing the rest of his humanity and becoming a monster, being aware and afraid of the danger Shade represents to mankind and trying to stop him.
Vigilante JusticeDark FantasySupernatural CrimeUndead DetectiveBlood and MoralityPartner DynamicGrotesque ImageryGrim and Bleak
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Is Cold & Dark worth watching?
36
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 3.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cold & Dark rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong languageDrug use
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Cold & Dark?
1 h 34 min
Cold & Dark runs 1 h 34 min.
What language is Cold & Dark in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United Kingdom.