The Artifice Girl
6.6
The Artifice Girl fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Technology, the future, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
The Artifice Girl is tense.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumTechnology, the future, and the mind
Its world is built around technology, the future, and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
She's not real. She's more than that.
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Questions about The Artifice Girl
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Artifice Girl worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Artifice Girl rated?
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is The Artifice Girl?
1 h 33 min
The Artifice Girl runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Artifice Girl?
Not quite. Critics rate The Artifice Girl higher (76) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Artifice Girl in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Artifice Girl?
+14GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Artifice Girl in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Artifice Girl use?
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for The Artifice Girl, including Noisy Robots, Smart People Play Chess, Rape and Switch.