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Black
2019·Show
·18Episodes in2Seasons·
Black fingerprint
Strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
- Dark Humor1
World
Mystery, fantasy, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, fantasy, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery, fantasy, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
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 Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
This Black drama revolves around supernatural beings from another dimension, namely elves. This elf character with the name Black is starring Kamal Adli. Black enters the human realm by using the body of a deceased policeman (Detective Malik) to find his friend.
Malaysian Supernatural DramaCrime ThrillerInterdimensional FantasyMystery InvestigationBody-Swapping NarrativeQuest for TruthUrban Fantasy ElementsIdentity ExplorationDark Secrets
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Questions about Black
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Black worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Black rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Black have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 18 episodes and is still in production.
When did Black air?
S1S2
It started in 2019 and is still in production.
What language is Black in?
Malay
It was made in Malay. Produced in Malaysia.
What tropes does Black use?
Vomit Indiscretion ShotBelligerent Sexual TensionHalf-Human HybridManchildHumanity is InfectiousI Never Got Any LettersFour Is DeathTomato in the MirrorBlessed with SuckBorrowed Biometric Bypass
TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Black, including Vomit Indiscretion Shot, Belligerent Sexual Tension, Half-Human Hybrid.