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Masques
1987·Movie
·1h 40min·
Masques fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance5
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Dark Humor5
World
Mystery, crime, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Ambiguity7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Masques is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around mystery, crime, and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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France's master of stylish and witty suspense presents his delightfully dark and hauntingly humorous game of cat and mouse
In this deadly game of cat and mouse, Roland Wolf is writing a book on the life of game show host Christian Legagneur--or is he?
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Masques worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Masques rated?
ViolenceSexual content
Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
How long is Masques?
1 h 40 min
Masques runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Masques in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Masques?
4
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What tropes does Masques use?
Punk in the TrunkSmart People Play ChessFaux Affably EvilHarmful HealingTampering with Food and DrinkFictional CounterpartFootsie Under the TableAwful TruthDamsel in DistressDiscreet Drink DisposalHappily Ever AfterObfuscating Disabilityand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Masques, including Punk in the Trunk, Smart People Play Chess, Faux Affably Evil.