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When Darkness Falls
2006·Movie
·58min·
When Darkness Falls fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Catharsis5
- Romance4
Humor
Some sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor5
- Physical Comedy3
World
History, mystery, and crime
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, mystery, and crime
Its world is built around history, 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.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score 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.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
When Private Detective Virginia Martin is suspected of murdering a local call girl, she has two days to clear her name. Under the watchful eye of a police rookie - the alluring Betsy Sloane - the investigation that ensues draws our heroine into the familiar noir landscape of New York in the 1940s. In solving the case, the pair meet a number of quirky characters including a drunken sailor with a violent streak, a Police Commissioner with a secret vendetta and an ill tempered showgirl called Jinx de Luxe.
Noir Thriller1940s New YorkPrivate DetectiveMurder MysteryShowgirlIntrigueRetro AestheticPsychological TensionHomage to Classic Noir
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Is When Darkness Falls worth watching?
36
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is When Darkness Falls rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is When Darkness Falls?
0 h 58 min
When Darkness Falls runs 0 h 58 min.
What language is When Darkness Falls in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does When Darkness Falls use?
The GrovelWham LineSlipping a MickeyArranged MarriageDomestic AbuseI Have No Son!Too Dumb to LiveThis Means War!ForeshadowingNever SuicideBut Not Too GayHe Knows Too Muchand 22 more
TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for When Darkness Falls, including The Grovel, Wham Line, Slipping a Mickey.