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Puppet Master
2018·Movie
·15min·
Puppet Master fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Scare4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
- Romance8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty8
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Puppet Master is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, profoundly sad, and romantic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
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AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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A lonely woman, yearning to be caressed, allows a man to transform her into a puppet. The Puppet Master is a fantasy drama that combines actors and puppets in a poetic story about longing for love, living in an objectifying relationship and clinging to another person.
Surreal Body HorrorPuppetry MetaphorObjectification AllegoryMelancholic RomanceUncanny Valley AestheticPoetic DramaPsychological DesolationVisually StrikingSlow-Burn Atmosphere
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Is Puppet Master worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Puppet Master rated?
Disturbing imagerySexual contentNudity
Content advisories: disturbing imagery, sexual content, and nudity.
How long is Puppet Master?
0 h 15 min
Puppet Master runs 0 h 15 min.
What language is Puppet Master in?
Finnishxx
It was made in Finnish, with some xx. Produced in Finland.
What tropes does Puppet Master use?
Attack of the Killer WhateverCame Back WrongBury Your GaysButt-MonkeyContinuity NodTake That!Happy Harlequin HatScreaming WomanAsshole VictimThe Tooth HurtsCuriosity Killed the CastVillain Balland 77 more
TV Tropes lists 89 storytelling tropes for Puppet Master, including Attack of the Killer Whatever, Came Back Wrong, Bury Your Gays.