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Bad Seeds
2020·Movie
·6min·
Bad Seeds fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Wonder6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Satire & Parody6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Technology, the mind, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity8
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing8
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Bad Seeds is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighTechnology, the mind, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around technology, the mind, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, visual style, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic6Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Bad Seeds takes us to a bizarre world populated by carnivorous plants that can change shapes the way a chameleon changes colours. The veteran director of deftly connects growth with rivalry and evolution with competition, crafting an increasingly shocking duel that’s peppered with allusions to the western, the Cold War, board games, and much more.
Surreal Sci-Fi AllegoryPhilosophical HorrorCerebral & UnsettlingVisually Striking MinimalismExistential DreadAmbiguous NarrativeArt-House ExperimentalPsychological DisorientationThe Uncanny Valley of RealityConcept-Driven Cinema
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Is Bad Seeds worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Bad Seeds rated?
Disturbing imageryStrong language
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and strong language.
How long is Bad Seeds?
0 h 6 min
Bad Seeds runs 0 h 6 min.
What language is Bad Seeds in?
Frenchxx
It was made in French, with some xx. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does Bad Seeds use?
Christmas EpisodeRemember the New Guy?Failed a Spot CheckPreviously on…SteampunkWrong Genre SavvyComically Missing the PointSticky SituationGirl's Night Out EpisodeFunny AnimalParental AbandonmentJerkass Godsand 109 more
TV Tropes lists 121 storytelling tropes for Bad Seeds, including Christmas Episode, Remember the New Guy?, Failed a Spot Check.