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Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
2011·Movie
·2h 9min·PG-13·
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
- Wonder5
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and slapstick
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Physical Comedy7
- Situational Comedy5
World
History, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout cinematography, editing, and score
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Music Composition8
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and slapstick
Expect plenty of sharp wit and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, editing, and score
Look and sound: the cinematography, editing, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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The game is afoot.
There is a new criminal mastermind at large (Professor Moriarty) and not only is he Holmes’ intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil and lack of conscience may give him an advantage over the detective.
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Is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 60%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows rated?
PG-13Violence
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows?
2 h 9 min
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows runs 2 h 9 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows?
Critics54
Audiences75
Not quite. Audiences rate Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows higher (75) than critics (54). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows a box office hit?
Budget$125 million
Box office$335 million
Yes. It cost about $125 million to make and earned $335 million worldwide, 2.7 times its budget.
What language is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows?
122
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What tropes does Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows use?
Cold-Blooded TortureFive-Second ForeshadowingMauve ShirtBookendsSurgical ImpersonationVillain Has a PointDouble EntendreIndy PloyGo-Karting with BowserHeel–Face TurnThe DragonWham Lineand 203 more
TV Tropes lists 215 storytelling tropes for Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, including Cold-Blooded Torture, Five-Second Foreshadowing, Mauve Shirt.