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Darkroom
1981·Show
·16Episodes in1Season·
Darkroom fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Violence5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia5
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor1
World
The mind
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Darkroom is an American television thriller series which ABC transmitted from November 27, 1981 to January 15, 1982. It was an anthology horror/thriller series, similar in style to Rod Serling's Night Gallery. Each 60-minute episode featured two or more stories of varying length with a new story and a new cast, but each of the episode wraparound segments was hosted by James Coburn. Among the performers who appeared on the series were Steve Allen, Esther Rolle, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, David Carradine, Billy Crystal, and June Lockhart.
Horror AnthologyPsychological ThrillerEerie AtmosphereSuspensefulUnsettling StoriesSupernatural ElementsTwist EndingsClassic TV HorrorEpisodicMystery
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Questions about Darkroom
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Is Darkroom worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Darkroom rated?
Disturbing imageryViolence
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and violence.
How many seasons does Darkroom have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 16 episodes.
When did Darkroom air?
S1
It ran from 1981 to 1982 and has ended.
What language is Darkroom in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Darkroom?
2
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What tropes does Darkroom use?
Actually Not a VampireAffably EvilBait-and-SwitchBreaking SpeechBuried AliveCruel Twist EndingDead Person ImpersonationDying TownFaking the DeadThe Film of the BookHorror HostThe Vietnam Vetand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Darkroom, including Actually Not a Vampire, Affably Evil, Bait-and-Switch.