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The Passage
2018·Movie
·22min·
The Passage fingerprint
High energy, funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Violence6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
- Absurdist Humor8
- Dark Humor7
- Satire & Parody4
World
Fantasy and the mind
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Passage is tense and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy and the mind
Its world is built around fantasy and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic8Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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A man escapes again and again as he’s pursued by pagan cultists in this sprawling episode of sublime and humanist surrealism produced as a pilot for Adult Swim.
Surrealist PilotPagan CultsHumanist ThemesAdult Swim AestheticDreamlike NarrativePsychological ThrillerAbstract StorytellingAvant-Garde
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Questions about The Passage
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Passage worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Metacritic 25). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Passage?
0 h 22 min
The Passage runs 0 h 22 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Passage?
Critics25
Audiences73
Not quite. Audiences rate The Passage higher (73) than critics (25). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is The Passage in?
EnglishFrenchGermanKoreanNorwegianRussianSpanishFilipino
It was made in English, with some French, German, Korean, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, Filipino. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Passage use?
Nazi NoblemanI Am a HumanitarianEven Evil Has StandardsHeroic SacrificeNeck SnapYou Said You Would Let Them GoAutocannibalismDeath by CameoRun for the BorderPragmatic VillainyRefusal of the CallFaux Affably Eviland 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for The Passage, including Nazi Nobleman, I Am a Humanitarian, Even Evil Has Standards.