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The Pied Piper
1933·Movie
·8min·NR·
The Pied Piper fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Nostalgic and moving
- Nostalgia8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor5
- Physical Comedy4
- Satire & Parody4
World
History
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
The people of Hamelin, overrun with rats, offer a bag of gold to anyone who can get rid of the rats. A piper offers to do the job, and successfully lures the rats into a mirage of cheese, which disappears. The citizens, disappointed that all he did was play a tune, offer only pocket change. The piper, angered, plays a new tune that has all the children of the city follow him, even the new twins the stork is preparing to deliver.
Classic Fairy TaleMoral AllegoryLoss of InnocenceMusical FantasyRetributionHistorical SettingVisually RichFolkloreGerman Legend
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Questions about The Pied Piper
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Pied Piper worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Pied Piper rated?
NRDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Pied Piper?
0 h 8 min
The Pied Piper runs 0 h 8 min.
What language is The Pied Piper in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Pied Piper?
43
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What tropes does The Pied Piper use?
Trust PasswordDramatic Gun CockStiff Upper LipPlot HoleArtistic License – HistoryCoincidental BroadcastRoad Trip PlotSecret Test of CharacterCall-BackEven Evil Has Loved OnesChild HaterGilligan Cutand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for The Pied Piper, including Trust Password, Dramatic Gun Cock, Stiff Upper Lip.