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Shell
2025·Movie
·1h 40min·
Shell fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
- Tension9
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Wonder5
- Romance4
Humor
Some dark humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Satire & Parody6
- Cringe Humor4
World
The mind, society, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Shell is nerve-racking and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumThe mind, society, and technology
Its world is built around the mind, society, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
HighSolid, 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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Struggling actress Samantha is given an opportunity to get a free trial at Shell, a pioneering health and beauty company that promises to keep its clients looking young forever. Samantha’s life and career are transformed by the treatment, and she develops a burgeoning friendship with Shell’s CEO, Zoe Shannon. When a string of former Shell patients goes missing under mysterious circumstances, including popular social media star Chloe Benson, Samantha starts to fear she may be in danger herself.
Sci-Fi ThrillerBody HorrorPsychological SuspenseSocial SatireMysteryDystopianCritique of Beauty IndustryDark & UnsettlingTechnology & Morality
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Questions about Shell
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Shell worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 4.9, Rotten Tomatoes 47%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shell rated?
Disturbing imageryViolence
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and violence.
How long is Shell?
1 h 40 min
Shell runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Shell?
Critics64
Audiences58
Yes. Critics average 64 and audiences 58 out of 100, so both groups see Shell much the same way.
What language is Shell in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.