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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
- Romance3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy2
World
Crime and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Layer Cake is thrilling, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime and everyday modern life. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime10Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Questions about Layer Cake
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Layer Cake worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Layer Cake rated?
RViolenceStrong languageDrug use
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Layer Cake?
1 h 45 min
Layer Cake runs 1 h 45 min.
Is Layer Cake based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Layer Cake?
Critics77
Audiences76
Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see Layer Cake much the same way.
Was Layer Cake a box office hit?
Budget$7 million
Box office$12 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $12 million worldwide, 1.8 times its budget.
What language is Layer Cake in?
EnglishRomanian
It was made in English, with some Romanian. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Layer Cake?
132
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+118GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Layer Cake in 132 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Layer Cake use?
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TV Tropes lists 164 storytelling tropes for Layer Cake, including White Shirt of Death, Brains and Brawn, Don't Call Me "Sir".