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Lucy
2018·Movie
·15min·
Lucy fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Adrenaline7
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Romance3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor4
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Character Depth7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
MediumThrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Lucy is thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A solitary Foley Artist secretly films his neighbor and reconstructs the sounds of her life, while creating an imaginary relationship that leads him to discover closely the true sound of his obsession: Lucy.
Psychological ThrillerSound ObsessionVoyeurismNeighborly IntrigueSlow-Burn SuspenseCharacter StudyBleak AtmosphereAudio Reconstruction
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Questions about Lucy
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Lucy worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Lucy rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Lucy?
0 h 15 min
Lucy runs 0 h 15 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Lucy?
Critics100
Audiences71
Not quite. Critics rate Lucy higher (100) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Lucy in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in United States, Venezuela.
What tropes does Lucy use?
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TV Tropes lists 125 storytelling tropes for Lucy, including What Happened to the Mouse?, The World Is Not Ready, Mind Rape.