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The Pit
2020·Movie
·9min·
The Pit fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Dark Humor6
- Satire & Parody5
World
Politics, society, and the mind
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Pit is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumPolitics, society, and the mind
Its world is built around politics, society, and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
In a desolate landscape process strange creatures. The foreman of the group picks a suitable spot and the whole multiplying colony starts excavating a pit. They encounter various natural disasters that ruin their efforts – but the colonists always rise from the ruins and continue their work. We do unequivocally sympathise… till the moment when we return to the people’s daily lives.
Dystopian AllegoryPolitical CommentaryStop-Motion AnimationPhilosophical ThemesBleak WorldSlow BurnSocial CritiqueDark HumorSurreal Imagery
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Questions about The Pit
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Pit worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 40% and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Pit rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Pit?
0 h 9 min
The Pit runs 0 h 9 min.
What language is The Pit in?
Czechxx
It was made in Czech, with some xx. Produced in Czechia, Slovakia.
In how many countries can I watch The Pit?
68
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+54GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Pit in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Pit use?
Death by IronyDowner EndingBully HunterBig BadBait the DogAsshole VictimEven Evil Has StandardsAmbiguously EvilVillain ProtagonistAnd Now for Someone Completely DifferentDirty KidMaybe Magic, Maybe Mundaneand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for The Pit, including Death by Irony, Downer Ending, Bully Hunter.