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Don't Look Up
1996·Movie
·1h 15min·
Don't Look Up fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Mystery and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Don't Look Up is terrifying and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumMystery and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
On the set of a dark war time drama at an old movie studio, a young director, Toshio Murai, is trying to complete his debut film. The two starring actresses, Hitomi Kurokawa and Saori Murakami, play sisters in his film. Murai has a crush on Hitomi, the seasoned leading actress, and keeps a photo of her by his bed. The younger and less experienced actress, Saori, is annoying and likes to have recess on the set. The production of the movie is consistently interrupted by strange occurrences and the cast and crew begin to get spooked.
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Questions about Don't Look Up
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Don't Look Up worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 49). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Don't Look Up rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Don't Look Up?
1 h 15 min
Don't Look Up runs 1 h 15 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Don't Look Up?
Critics49
Audiences45
Yes. Critics average 49 and audiences 45 out of 100, so both groups see Don't Look Up much the same way.
What language is Don't Look Up in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Don't Look Up use?
Lightswitch SurpriseBland-Name ProductHope SpotLudicrous PrecisionJust Before the EndShout-OutObfuscating StupidityDespair Event HorizonSistine StealUncertain DoomElite School Means Elite BrainShown Their Workand 139 more
TV Tropes lists 151 storytelling tropes for Don't Look Up, including Lightswitch Surprise, Bland-Name Product, Hope Spot.