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Noche Oscura

2024 · 25 min

A gritty, propulsive cyberpunk short that feels like a grim graphic novel come to life, blending body horror with revenge thrills.

Directed by
Olivia Sim
Tagline
"Nice job kid, you just gave yourself a second chance."
Overview
A young street kid criminal lies half dead in an alleyway, knocking on death's door. He's approached by a devilish figure who gives him a choice. Get jammed full of experimental cybernetics to save his life - but become property of the police department, or die. Quickly rising through the ranks, JC Howell becomes one of the best detectives on the force, despite his young age. While investigating a bizarre murder, an old enemy is revealed, sending him on a quest for revenge.
How it feels
Dark, tense, cynical and bleak. Brisk and needs your attention.
About
Survival, revenge, corruption, identity
Content
Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.
Note
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Directed by
Olivia Sim
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How it feels

Written by AI. It can be wrong.

Full breakdown
Tone
Pacing
brisk, 3 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention
engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Places
Era
near-future
Audience
adult
Content intensity
  • Gore mild
  • Language mild
  • Violence strong
  • Sex none
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Scales, 0 to 10
ScaleValue0 to 10
Action6
Horror4
Humour2
Realism4
Romance1
Tension7
Darkness8
Complexity5
Emotional weight6

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