Carnies
4.9
Carnies fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Scare7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia5
- Melancholy4
- Catharsis4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
Crime, mystery, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Carnies is tense, violent, and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Carnies
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Is Carnies worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Carnies rated?
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Carnies?
1 h 22 min
Carnies runs 1 h 22 min.
What language is Carnies in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Carnies?
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