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Unknown Origins
2020·Movie
·1h 37min·
Unknown Origins fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Melancholy4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Pop culture, everyday modern life, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Unknown Origins is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumPop culture, everyday modern life, and crime
Its world is built around pop culture, everyday modern life, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Pop Culture9References and cultural commentary.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Gaming7Video games and game culture.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
In Madrid, Spain, a mysterious serial killer ruthlessly murders his victims by recreating the first appearance of several comic book superheroes. Cosme, a veteran police inspector who is about to retire, works on the case along with the tormented inspector David Valentín and his own son Jorge Elías, a nerdy young man who owns a comic book store.
Comic Book MurdersNerdy CrimeSpanish ThrillerSerial KillerDetective MysteryContemporary MadridPsychological ElementsPop Culture ReferencesTensionIntrigue
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Questions about Unknown Origins
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Unknown Origins worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 67%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Unknown Origins rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Unknown Origins?
1 h 37 min
Unknown Origins runs 1 h 37 min.
Is Unknown Origins based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Unknown Origins?
Critics67
Audiences63
Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see Unknown Origins much the same way.
What language is Unknown Origins in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Argentina, Spain.
In how many countries can I watch Unknown Origins?
131
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