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Dead Ringer
2015·Movie
Dead Ringer fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Dead Ringer is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, 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.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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When obsession begins, looks can kill
After getting her heart broken by her former fiance, an unhinged young woman develops a psychotic obsession with a look-a-like actor.
Psychological ThrillerObsessive BehaviorDoppelganger ThemeUnstable ProtagonistMystery and SuspenseDark and DisturbingContemporary Setting
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Questions about Dead Ringer
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Is Dead Ringer worth watching?
34
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dead Ringer rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
What language is Dead Ringer in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Dead Ringer use?
Sibling TriangleMrs. RobinsonBlackmailEvil TwinImpersonating the Evil TwinDead Person ImpersonationAlways Identical TwinsMarket-Based TitleWidow's WeedsEvil-Detecting DogNever SuicideForeshadowingand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Dead Ringer, including Sibling Triangle, Mrs. Robinson, Blackmail.