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Masquerade
1984·Movie
·28min·
Masquerade fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
- Hopefulness8
- Wonder8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Kept in the background
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
- Acting5
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wondrous
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wondrous, and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
The magical fingers of master animator Co Hoedeman, whose film The Sand Castle won an Oscar in 1979, has created yet another world of piquant creatures. Papier mâché puppets ride machines and manipulate robots strange to the human eye. A great masquerade is in the planning, and the air crackles with excitement. Plunged into the joys and frustrations of creating costumes, the zealous puppets produce a bumper crop, each one more elaborate than the last. The film illustrates the creative process, with its inevitable pitfalls and rewards. It says that to create is to be alive.
Stop-Motion AnimationPapier-Mâché PuppetsCreative ProcessWhimsical WorldArtistic ExpressionCelebration of CreationAbsurdist CharmFamily-FriendlyVisually Unique
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Questions about Masquerade
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Masquerade worth watching?
30
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 13%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Masquerade?
0 h 28 min
Masquerade runs 0 h 28 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Masquerade?
Critics42
Audiences56
Not quite. Audiences rate Masquerade higher (56) than critics (42). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Masquerade in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does Masquerade use?
Died in Your Arms TonightIdentical StrangerBittersweet EndingDistinguishing MarkOh, Crap!Emergency ImpersonationPrince and PauperHistorical Domain CharacterHeroic Sacrifice"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueBlood from the MouthHistorical Villain Upgrade
TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Masquerade, including Died in Your Arms Tonight, Identical Stranger, Bittersweet Ending.