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Funny, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
- Romance2
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody9
- Dark Humor8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Society, show business, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Editing7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, show business, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, show business, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Big money artists and mega-collectors pay a high price when art collides with commerce. After a series of paintings by an unknown artist are discovered, a supernatural force enacts revenge on those who have allowed their greed to get in the way of art.
Art World SatireSupernatural HorrorDarkly ComedicVisually StylizedEccentric CharactersCritique of GreedUnsettling & SurrealSleek ThrillerCynical Social Commentary
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Questions about Velvet Buzzsaw
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Velvet Buzzsaw worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 61%, and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Velvet Buzzsaw rated?
RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Velvet Buzzsaw?
1 h 52 min
Velvet Buzzsaw runs 1 h 52 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Velvet Buzzsaw?
Critics61
Audiences50
Not quite. Critics rate Velvet Buzzsaw higher (61) than audiences (50). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Velvet Buzzsaw in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Velvet Buzzsaw?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Velvet Buzzsaw in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Velvet Buzzsaw use?
Final GirlJust Following OrdersCruel MercyFace of a ThugIf It's You, It's OkayIt's All About MeRule of ThreeMr. ExpositionThe MuseKarmic DeathPosthumous CharacterPlot-Triggering Deathand 76 more
TV Tropes lists 88 storytelling tropes for Velvet Buzzsaw, including Final Girl, Just Following Orders, Cruel Mercy.