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Split
2011·Show
·20Episodes in1Season·
Split fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Spectacle4
- Violence4
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
History, faith and meaning, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout dialogue and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Split is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, faith and meaning, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, faith and meaning, and politics. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The dialogue and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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The series "Split" captures the hardest and little-known period of Russian history. The history of the split of the Russian Orthodox Church in the XVII century. This picture is about the fate of historical figures - Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich and his son Fyodor Alekseevich, the Morozov brothers, boyar Feodosia Morozova, about the church reforms of Patriarch Nikon and the ardent opponents of these transformations led by Archpriest Avvakum.
Russian HistoryReligious DramaPolitical Intrigue17th CenturyOrthodox ChurchHistorical FiguresThought-ProvokingPeriod PieceScholarlySlow-Burn Drama
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Is Split worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Split have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 20 episodes.
Is Split based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
When did Split air?
S1
It ran from 2011 to 2011 and has ended.
What language is Split in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.