6.8
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Family Plot fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wholesome5
- Romance4
Humor
Some sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Situational Comedy6
- Satire & Parody5
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and crime
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout storytelling and dialogue
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Family Plot is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, mystery, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and crime.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout storytelling and dialogue
The storytelling and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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There's no body in the family plot.
Spiritualist Blanche Tyler and her cab-driving boyfriend encounter a pair of serial kidnappers while trailing a missing heir in California.
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Questions about Family Plot
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Is Family Plot worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 79). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Family Plot?
2 h 0 min
Family Plot runs 2 h 0 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Family Plot?
Critics85
Audiences69
Not quite. Critics rate Family Plot higher (85) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Family Plot a box office hit?
Budget$5 million
Box office$13 million
Yes. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $13 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.
What language is Family Plot in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Family Plot?
51
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What tropes does Family Plot use?
Cold ReadingArtistic License – ReligionEvery Car Is a PintoCreator CameoCity with No NameSoundtrack DissonancePorn StacheSpoiler CoverSelf-Made OrphanThe Film of the BookAll Women Are LustfulSpooky Séanceand 32 more
TV Tropes lists 44 storytelling tropes for Family Plot, including Cold Reading, Artistic License – Religion, Every Car Is a Pinto.