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Crime Diaries: The Candidate fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking
- Tension9
- Violence6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor3
- Satire & Parody2
World
Politics, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighNerve-racking
Crime Diaries: The Candidate is nerve-racking.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
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- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas 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 Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
HighPolitics, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around politics, history, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Politics10Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual 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 Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In 1994, Mexican presidential candidate Luis Donaldo Colosio's assassination sends his dying widow racing to uncover who did it.
Political ConspiracyTrue Crime DramaHistorical ThrillerMexican HistoryAssassination MysteryInvestigative NarrativeBleak & TenseCharacter-DrivenSocial Commentary
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Questions about Crime Diaries: The Candidate
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Is Crime Diaries: The Candidate worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Crime Diaries: The Candidate rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Crime Diaries: The Candidate have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 32 minutes each.
Is Crime Diaries: The Candidate based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
When did Crime Diaries: The Candidate air?
S1
It ran from 2019 to 2019 and has ended.
What language is Crime Diaries: The Candidate in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Mexico.
In how many countries can I watch Crime Diaries: The Candidate?
129
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