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Smiling Faces Tell Lies
1995·Movie
·11min·
Smiling Faces Tell Lies fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Fast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Romance3
- Pathos3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor3
- Satire & Parody2
World
The mind and society
- Novelty9
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Non-linear Narrative8
Style
Standout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
Energy
HighFast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Smiling Faces Tell Lies is fast-paced, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness0Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumThe mind and society
Its world is built around the mind and society.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative8Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Psychedelic9Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Dual-projection formatted film by Nick Zedd.
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Is Smiling Faces Tell Lies worth watching?
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Smiling Faces Tell Lies rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Smiling Faces Tell Lies?
0 h 11 min
Smiling Faces Tell Lies runs 0 h 11 min.
What language is Smiling Faces Tell Lies in?
English
It was made in English.