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Pin
1988·Movie
·1h 43min·R·
Pin fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Violence5
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Pin is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- 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 Depth8Rich, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and everyday modern life
Its world is built around the mind and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
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 Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A Plastic Nightmare
Pin, a plastic medical dummy, has been the fixation of Leon since youth. Now grown up and orphaned in an accident, Leon brings Pin home to live with him and his sister Ursula, much to her reluctance. Soon, however, Leon's fixation on Pin spirals out of control, and Ursula must face the devastating consequences.
Psychological ThrillerMedical DummyObsessionIsolationDysfunctional FamilyUnsettlingSlow BurnDarkCanadian Cinema
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Questions about Pin
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Pin worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pin rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Pin?
1 h 43 min
Pin runs 1 h 43 min.
Is Pin based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Pin in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Pin?
6
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pin in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Pin use?
FrameupReally Gets AroundOld, Dark HouseShout-OutAdaptational Name ChangeDisposing of a BodySanity SlippageSingle TearVentriloquismEerie Anatomy ModelParental FavoritismSpared By Adaptationand 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Pin, including Frameup, Really Gets Around, Old, Dark House.