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The Informer
1912·Movie
·18min·NR·
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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
- Tension7
Heart
Deeply moving and nostalgic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Nostalgia8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
History, war, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Informer is fast-paced, violent, and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and nostalgic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, nostalgic, and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, war, and family
Its world is built around history, war, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
The young lover leaving home at the opening of the war to join the Confederate Army, tells his brother to take care of his fatherless sweetheart during the perilous times which are to follow. But the brother weakens and fails to be true to his trust. He permits her to believe that her lover is dead. Caught in the neighborhood, however, between the lines of the enemy, the brother appears before them at the crucial moment. In retaliation the false brother turns informer. Both forces are aroused to arms and during the attack upon the girl defending her wounded lover and family alone in the negro's cabin retribution comes in the form of a stray bullet.
Early 20th Century DramaCivil War EraTreachery and BetrayalSacrifice and RedemptionFamily ConflictSocial CommentaryWarfareHistorical DramaMelodramatic Storytelling
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Questions about The Informer
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Informer worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Informer rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Informer?
0 h 18 min
The Informer runs 0 h 18 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Informer?
Critics61
Audiences67
Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see The Informer much the same way.
What language is The Informer in?
Englishxx
It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Informer use?
Oh, Crap!Drawing StrawsHave a Gay Old TimeAll for Nothing"Wanted!" PosterToo Dumb to LiveDepartment of Redundancy DepartmentFace Framed in ShadowPrice on Their HeadI Need a Freaking DrinkFlashbackNot Even Bothering with the Accentand 8 more
TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for The Informer, including Oh, Crap!, Drawing Straws, Have a Gay Old Time.