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Black Book fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Moving and cathartic
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
History, politics, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Black Book is tense and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
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- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumMoving and cathartic
Emotionally, it's moving and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
To fight the enemy, she must become one of them.
Israel, 1956: Jewish teacher Rachel Stein rather unexpectedly meets an old friend at the kibbutz. It brings back memories of her experiences in the Netherlands during the war, memories of betrayal. In September 1944, Rachel's hiding place is bombed by Allied troops; she makes contact with a resistance member and joins a group of Jews to be smuggled across the Biesbosch to the freed South Netherlands. Only Rachel escapes a massacre by patrol Germans, and is rescued by a resistance group under the leadership of Gerben Kuipers, whose son is captured trying to smuggle weapons. Kuipers asks Rachel to seduce SS-hauptsturmführer Ludwig Müntze, a mission that she will soon learn that the boat attack wasn't a coincidence.
Dutch ResistanceWorld War IIEspionage ThrillerJewish IdentityMoral AmbiguityInfiltrationBetrayal & DeceitPsychological WarfareEmotional Trauma
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Is Black Book worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 71). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Black Book rated?
RViolenceSexual contentStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and strong language.
How long is Black Book?
2 h 25 min
Black Book runs 2 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Black Book?
Critics74
Audiences79
Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see Black Book much the same way.
Was Black Book a box office hit?
Budget$21 million
Box office$27 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $21 million to make and earned $27 million worldwide, 1.3 times its budget.
What language is Black Book in?
DutchGermanEnglishHebrew
It was made in Dutch, with some German, English, Hebrew. Produced in Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Black Book?
48
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+34GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Black Book in 48 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Black Book use?
He Who Fights MonstersHeel–Face Door-SlamFan DisserviceSaved by the CoffinLes CollaborateursHairy GirlKarma HoudiniBittersweet EndingHate SinkIdiot BallIronyShout-Outand 45 more
TV Tropes lists 57 storytelling tropes for Black Book, including He Who Fights Monsters, Heel–Face Door-Slam, Fan Disservice.