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The Tunnel
1915·Movie
The Tunnel fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder5
- Romance4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Satire & Parody2
World
History, the future, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, the future, and mystery
Its world is built around history, the future, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Max Allan, a visionary engineer persuades investors to fund building an undersea railway connecting France to the United States. But there are powerful forces who wants to stop his futuristic dream.
Silent FilmVisionary EngineerUndersea RailwayHistorical DramaTechnological DreamPolitical IntrigueClassicIntrigueNostalgiaAmbition
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Questions about The Tunnel
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Is The Tunnel worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Tunnel?
1 h 37 min
The Tunnel runs 1 h 37 min.
What language is The Tunnel in?
Germanxx
It was made in German, with some xx. Produced in Germany.
What tropes does The Tunnel use?
Bribe BackfireCrazy Homeless PersonEye ScreamDay Hurts Dark-Adjusted EyesDidn't Think This ThroughDowner EndingForegone ConclusionThe GadflyPolice Are UselessJerk with a Heart of GoldGoing for the Big ScoopGovernment Conspiracyand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for The Tunnel, including Bribe Backfire, Crazy Homeless Person, Eye Scream.