5.5
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Spiderhead
2022·Movie
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Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Romance4
- Melancholy3
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody4
- Cringe Humor3
World
The mind, technology, and the future
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind, technology, and the future
Its world is built around the mind, technology, and the future.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
How far would you go to fix human nature?
A prisoner in a state-of-the-art penitentiary begins to question the purpose of the emotion-controlling drugs he's testing for a pharmaceutical genius.
Sci-Fi ThrillerPsychological DramaEthical ExperimentationDystopian MicrocosmMind-BendingIntriguing PremiseThought-ProvokingPrison DramaHuman Experimentation
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Questions about Spiderhead
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Spiderhead worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 39%, and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Spiderhead rated?
RDrug useSexual contentDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: drug use, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Spiderhead?
1 h 47 min
Spiderhead runs 1 h 47 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Spiderhead?
Critics47
Audiences46
Yes. Critics average 47 and audiences 46 out of 100, so both groups see Spiderhead much the same way.
What language is Spiderhead in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Spiderhead?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Spiderhead in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Spiderhead use?
Questionable ConsentOffing the OffspringUtopia Justifies the MeansWardens Are EvilMedication TamperingAM/FM CharacterizationThey Call Me MISTER Tibbs!Manipulative BastardSoundtrack DissonanceBrainwashingColor-Coded for Your ConvenienceLack of Empathyand 27 more
TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for Spiderhead, including Questionable Consent, Offing the Offspring, Utopia Justifies the Means.