5.5
Wake Wood fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Violence5
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Family and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Wake Wood is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and profoundly sad. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumFamily and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family 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.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- 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.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Wake Wood
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Wake Wood worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 5.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 81%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Wake Wood rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery and violence.
How long is Wake Wood?
1 h 30 min
Wake Wood runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Wake Wood?
Not quite. Critics rate Wake Wood higher (81) than audiences (47). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Wake Wood in?
It was made in English. Produced in Ireland, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Wake Wood?
+4GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wake Wood in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Wake Wood use?
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Wake Wood, including Taking You with Me, Closed Circle, Tempting Fate.