Mad Genius
3.3
Mad Genius fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor4
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
The mind, technology, and the future
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Character Depth7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, technology, and the future
Its world is built around the mind, technology, and the future.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Is Mad Genius worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 3.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mad Genius rated?
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Mad Genius?
1 h 30 min
Mad Genius runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Mad Genius in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Mad Genius?
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