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How It Ends
2018·Movie
How It Ends fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy7
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life, family, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
How It Ends is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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No one survives alone
A desperate father tries to return home to his pregnant wife after a mysterious apocalyptic event turns everything to chaos.
Post-Apocalyptic ThrillerFamily SurvivalDystopian ChaosRoad MoviePsychological DramaIntense TensionBleak AtmosphereFather's Desperation
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Is How It Ends worth watching?
32
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 33/100 (IMDb 5.1, Rotten Tomatoes 17%, and Metacritic 36). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is How It Ends rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is How It Ends?
1 h 53 min
How It Ends runs 1 h 53 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on How It Ends?
Critics27
Audiences35
Not quite. Audiences rate How It Ends higher (35) than critics (27). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is How It Ends in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
In how many countries can I watch How It Ends?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for How It Ends in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does How It Ends use?
Wounded Gazelle GambitNecessarily EvilThird WheelRetired BadassWeapon for IntimidationYou Monster!IronyInternet IncorporatedNo EndingGenre BlindViking FuneralSecretly Dyingand 44 more
TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for How It Ends, including Wounded Gazelle Gambit, Necessarily Evil, Third Wheel.