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The Dark Past

1948·Movie
1h 14min·NR
52
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline5
  • Violence5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Family Dynamics6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Crime and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Sound Centrality6

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SENSATIONAL SUSPENSE DRAMA!

A gang hold a family hostage in their own home. The leader of the escaped cons is bothered by a recurring dream that the doctor of the house may be able to analyze.
Hostage ThrillerPsychological DramaNoir ElementsDream AnalysisCharacter-Driven ConflictSuspenseful Stand-offClassic CrimeConfined SettingTense Interrogations

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Dark Past legally?

The Dark Past is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Dark Past worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Dark Past rated?

NRViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Dark Past?

1 h 14 min

The Dark Past runs 1 h 14 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Dark Past?

Critics50
Audiences54

Yes. Critics average 50 and audiences 54 out of 100, so both groups see The Dark Past much the same way.

What language is The Dark Past in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Dark Past?

2DEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Dark Past in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.