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Paranoiac
1963·Movie
·1h 20min·NR·
Paranoiac fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind, family, and crime
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Paranoiac 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 Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumThe mind, family, and crime
Its world is built around the mind, family, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits 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 Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh 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.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Shocking! Horrifying! Macabre!
A psychotic man schemes to drive his sister mad so that he can claim her inheritance, but a deadly game of cat-and-mouse begins when an imposter intervenes.
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Questions about Paranoiac
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Paranoiac worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Paranoiac rated?
NRViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Paranoiac?
1 h 20 min
Paranoiac runs 1 h 20 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Paranoiac?
Critics80
Audiences68
Not quite. Critics rate Paranoiac higher (80) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Paranoiac in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Paranoiac?
24
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What tropes does Paranoiac use?
JerkassThe RevealNo Name GivenEarn Your Happy EndingHooks and CrooksSame Language DubThe AlcoholicMadwoman in the AtticCain and AbelBig, Screwed-Up FamilyConveniently an OrphanBrother–Sister Incestand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Paranoiac, including Jerkass, The Reveal, No Name Given.