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The Mask
1961·Movie
·1h 23min·
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Melancholy5
- Wonder5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The mind and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
The Mask is tense, scary, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic8Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Look through the mask...if you can't take it...take it off!
A young archaeologist believes he is cursed by a mask that causes him to have weird nightmares and possibly to murder. Before committing suicide, he mails the mask to his psychiatrist, Dr. Barnes, who is soon plunged into the nightmare world of the mask.
Psychological HorrorMind-BendingMask-Induced NightmaresMurderous VisionsParanoiaPsychiatrist InvestigationIntense SuspenseBlack and White CinematographyUnsettling Atmosphere
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Questions about The Mask
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Mask worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Mask rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is The Mask?
1 h 23 min
The Mask runs 1 h 23 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Mask?
Critics63
Audiences67
Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see The Mask much the same way.
What language is The Mask in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
What tropes does The Mask use?
Black Dude Dies FirstEmbarrassing PyjamasMy God, What Have I Done?Oscar Bait ParodyExtra-Strength MasqueradeThe Darkness Before DeathFlat "What"Crashing DreamsFraming the Guilty PartyWhy Don't You Just Shoot Him?Imagination-Based SuperpowerCome with Me If You Want to Liveand 316 more
TV Tropes lists 328 storytelling tropes for The Mask, including Black Dude Dies First, Embarrassing Pyjamas, My God, What Have I Done?.