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The Lottery
2014·Show
·10Episodes in1Season·
The Lottery fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking
- Tension9
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics8
- Pathos7
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
World
Politics, society, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighNerve-racking
The Lottery is nerve-racking.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumPolitics, society, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around politics, society, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Set in a dystopian future when women have stopped having children, "The Lottery" reveals a world staring down the barrel of impending extinction. Remarkably, 100 embryos are successfully fertilized and a national lottery is held to decide the surrogates. As conflict, control and mystery over this global crisis unfolds, the government’s interests and power begin to dominate, igniting a highly controversial debate over our fundamental and personal freedom to raise a family.
Dystopian ThrillerSocietal CollapseEthical DilemmasPolitical IntrigueExistential DreadFamily SurvivalHumanity's FutureTense & DramaticFertility Crisis
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Questions about The Lottery
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Lottery worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 53%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Lottery rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does The Lottery have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 10 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Lottery?
Critics57
Audiences59
Yes. Critics average 57 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see The Lottery much the same way.
When did The Lottery air?
S1
It ran from 2014 to 2014 and has ended.
What language is The Lottery in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Lottery use?
Government-Exploited CrisisPopulation ControlGovernment ConspiracyBaby FactoryBig Brother Is Watching
TV Tropes lists 5 storytelling tropes for The Lottery, including Government-Exploited Crisis, Population Control, Government Conspiracy.