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Bewitched
1983·Movie
·48min·
Bewitched fingerprint
Strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy8
- Pathos6
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Mystery, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Bewitched is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery, history, and the mind. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
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.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The story is set in a small English coastal town, around the turn of the century. A young woman, thought by many in the village to be a witch, dies suddenly one day. Not long after she's buried, the villagers begin to see her walking around the area and especially along the shoreline. The village minister begins to look into her life and her death, hoping to lay the spirit to rest.
Eerie Coastal MysterySupernatural DramaFolkloric Ghost StoryTurn-of-the-Century SettingAtmospheric SuspenseSmall Town SecretsPsychological HauntingInvestigating the UnknownSlow-Burn
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Questions about Bewitched
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Bewitched worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 23% and Metacritic 34). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Bewitched rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Bewitched?
0 h 48 min
Bewitched runs 0 h 48 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Bewitched?
Critics29
Audiences39
Not quite. Audiences rate Bewitched higher (39) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Bewitched in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Bewitched use?
Mundane UtilityBrick JokeThe Film of the SeriesCloudcuckoolanderMythology GagIt's All About Me"The Reason You Suck" SpeechFlying Broom StickSmall Name, Big EgoReal After AllOne Head TallerThe Other Darrinand 32 more
TV Tropes lists 44 storytelling tropes for Bewitched, including Mundane Utility, Brick Joke, The Film of the Series.