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Hide and Seek
2016·Movie
·1h 45min·
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Hide and Seek is tense, thrilling, and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A man lives in a lovely apartment with his wife and 2 children. He is obsessed with cleanliness, has strange dreams and struggles with a mystery in his past. He goes to a bad part of town hunting for a long lost brother, leaving his wife and children in their car. As he tries to get cooperation from neighbors, the wife finds her children are missing. A stranger wearing a dark motorcycle helmet appears, frightening her. As the story unfolds this stranger follows them becoming more and more threatening.
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Questions about Hide and Seek
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hide and Seek worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Metacritic 35). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hide and Seek rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Hide and Seek?
1 h 45 min
Hide and Seek runs 1 h 45 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Hide and Seek?
Critics35
Audiences71
Not quite. Audiences rate Hide and Seek higher (71) than critics (35). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Hide and Seek in?
ChineseGerman
It was made in Chinese, with some German. Produced in China.
In how many countries can I watch Hide and Seek?
20
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What tropes does Hide and Seek use?
Jump ScareThe Killer in MeDull SurpriseMissing MomKick the DogBath SuicideNosy NeighborCreepy Children SingingManipulative BastardPolice Are UselessThere Are No TherapistsJekyll & Hydeand 19 more
TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Hide and Seek, including Jump Scare, The Killer in Me, Dull Surprise.