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Black Box
2021·Movie
·1h 32min·
Black Box fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
The future, technology, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Complexity7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Black Box is tense, thrilling, and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and the mind
Its world is built around the future, technology, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
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
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Stranded a million miles from Earth
When astronaut Marcus is the lone survivor of an accident at a space station he finds himself in a damaged escape pod with little memory of what happened. As he gains contact with ground control Marcus must piece together what happened if he is to find a secure way of returning to Earth.
Sci-Fi ThrillerSpace SurvivalPsychological MysteryTechnological AnxietyMemory and IdentityClaustrophobic AtmosphereIntense SuspenseLimited PerspectiveMoral Dilemmas
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Questions about Black Box
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Black Box worth watching?
33
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 3.1, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Black Box?
1 h 32 min
Black Box runs 1 h 32 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Black Box?
Critics87
Audiences58
Not quite. Critics rate Black Box higher (87) than audiences (58). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Black Box in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Black Box?
4
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What tropes does Black Box use?
20 Minutes into the FutureAbusive ParentsAdorably Precocious ChildBumbling DadBitch in Sheep's ClothingBody HorrorBrain UploadingCessation of ExistenceDecoy ProtagonistFoilThe Lost LenoreHeel Realizationand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Black Box, including 20 Minutes into the Future, Abusive Parents, Adorably Precocious Child.