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High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Scare7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Cringe Humor1
World
Everyday modern life and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Bird Box is nerve-racking, thrilling, and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Never lose sight of survival
Five years after an ominous unseen presence drives most of society to suicide, a survivor and her two children make a desperate bid to reach safety.
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Questions about Bird Box
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Bird Box worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Bird Box rated?
RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is Bird Box?
2 h 4 min
Bird Box runs 2 h 4 min.
Is Bird Box based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Bird Box?
Critics58
Audiences61
Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 61 out of 100, so both groups see Bird Box much the same way.
What language is Bird Box in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Bird Box?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bird Box in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Bird Box use?
Nothing Is ScarierLighter and SofterWe Hardly Knew YeEvil-Detecting DogOur Demons Are DifferentNice Job Fixing It, Villain!Imperiled in PregnancyBlind DrivingAdaptational VillainyMask of SanityForeshadowingLove Is a Weaknessand 77 more
TV Tropes lists 89 storytelling tropes for Bird Box, including Nothing Is Scarier, Lighter and Softer, We Hardly Knew Ye.