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Black Mask
2012·Movie
·29min·PG-13·
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High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Dark Humor4
- Satire & Parody1
World
History, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Black Mask is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing 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
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The stink never really gets out of you.
Jimmy McNamara is an ex-writer and WWII vet turned accountant who receives a call from Vivian, his ex-fiance and nightclub singer. Vivian got a Hollywood contract and is taking Jimmy with her. All he has to do is retrieve the negatives of compromising pictures that put her bright future in danger. But Jimmy's mission might not be as simple as it seems.
Post-WWII NoirHollywood UnderbellyIntriguing MysteryDangerous MissionEx-Lover DynamicsRetro Crime ThrillerStylized StorytellingMoral AmbiguityPeriod Piece
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Questions about Black Mask
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Black Mask worth watching?
90
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91/100 (IMDb 8.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Black Mask rated?
PG-13ViolenceSexual content
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
How long is Black Mask?
0 h 29 min
Black Mask runs 0 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Black Mask?
Critics50
Audiences66
Not quite. Audiences rate Black Mask higher (66) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Black Mask in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Black Mask use?
Face Framed in ShadowBadass BookwormAttack the InjuryDisturbed DovesUnwilling SuspensionThe DragonBlood from the MouthEvilutionary BiologistAn Arm and a LegBathroom BrawlEvil Is Not Well-LitRule of Symbolismand 43 more
TV Tropes lists 55 storytelling tropes for Black Mask, including Face Framed in Shadow, Badass Bookworm, Attack the Injury.