5.5
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Mute
2018·Movie
Mute fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
The future, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Mute is tense, violent, and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe future, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
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.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
He doesn’t need words.
A mute man with a violent past is forced to take on the teeming underworld of a near-future Berlin as he searches for his missing girlfriend.
Neo-Noir ThrillerFuturistic BerlinDystopian UnderworldMute ProtagonistViolent SearchBleak AtmosphereMystery & IntrigueStylized VisualsTech-Noir
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Questions about Mute
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mute worth watching?
39
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 20%, and Metacritic 35). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mute rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug use
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Mute?
2 h 6 min
Mute runs 2 h 6 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Mute?
Critics28
Audiences51
Not quite. Audiences rate Mute higher (51) than critics (28). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Mute in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in Germany, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Mute?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mute in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Mute use?
Back-Alley DoctorCanon WeldingDisposable WomanDangerous DeserterOverly Long GagFetish RetardantCruel and Unusual DeathLate-Arrival SpoilerHomageBattle Discretion ShotTrue CompanionsTwo Lines, No Waitingand 41 more
TV Tropes lists 53 storytelling tropes for Mute, including Back-Alley Doctor, Canon Welding, Disposable Woman.