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Dark Light
2021·Movie
·1h 31min·
Dark Light fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Wonder4
- Pathos3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Dark Light is tense, violent, and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- 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
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Suffer a witch not to live.
Sonny Pietra used to work for the Los Angeles Occult crime unit. Sonny finds himself investigating a mysterious set of murders on the beautiful island of Ireland and unveils a set of satanic murders.
Occult CrimeSatanic MurdersIrish SettingMysterious InvestigationDark ThemesTense AtmospherePsychological ElementsDetective Story
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Questions about Dark Light
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Dark Light worth watching?
35
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 2.3 and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dark Light rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Dark Light?
1 h 31 min
Dark Light runs 1 h 31 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Dark Light?
Critics50
Audiences21
Not quite. Critics rate Dark Light higher (50) than audiences (21). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Dark Light in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Dark Light?
15
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