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Dark Waters
1994·Movie
·1h 23min·
Dark Waters fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor1
World
Mystery, the mind, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Dark Waters is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, 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
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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An American in Istanbul gets entangled in the affairs of a melancholic aristocrat and her son Haldun, leading him slowly into a dangerous web through many secret layers of the city.
Atmospheric MysteryPsychological DramaIstanbul SettingMelancholic ToneSlow Burn ThrillerCharacter-DrivenDark SecretsIntriguing NarrativeFilm Noir Elements
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Questions about Dark Waters
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Dark Waters worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dark Waters rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Dark Waters?
1 h 23 min
Dark Waters runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is Dark Waters in?
TurkishItalianEnglish
It was made in Turkish, with some Italian, English. Produced in Türkiye.
What tropes does Dark Waters use?
As HimselfHero with Bad PublicityBlatant LiesLoophole AbuseMilitary BratDoomed Moral VictorPolice Are UselessMoving the GoalpostsUnwitting Test SubjectRed HerringCar BombYou Have to Believe Me!and 40 more
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for Dark Waters, including As Himself, Hero with Bad Publicity, Blatant Lies.