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The Ghoul
1987·Movie
·1h 31min·
51
MediocreGoodWatch score51
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The Ghoul fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Scary and tense
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Violence6
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Fantasy, the mind, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-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.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- 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
MediumFantasy, the mind, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around fantasy, the mind, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Young lady Lam Duan (จุติมา ดาวจรัส) wants to marry with พี่ Tien (Kowit Wattanakul) but he is poor, so her parents push her towards another wedding with Leut. Leut (Tuanton Kammeesri) fights with Tien as he asked for her hand so he cannot bear that she keeps seeing Tien. A one to one fighting happens and Tien defeats Leut. Leut has to cancel his wedding with Lam Duan. A few months later, while Lam Duan is pregnant, Leut and his ruffians see her buying groceries. They kidnap her and rape her. Ashamed, she hangs herself (ผูกคอตาย) in front of a Takhian tree. Lam Duan is dead but her spirit still wants to stay with Tien.
Thai HorrorRevengeSupernaturalGhost StoryFolkloreTragicAtmosphericMelancholyHistorical
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Is The Ghoul worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Ghoul rated?
ViolenceSexual contentSuicide themesDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, suicide themes, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Ghoul?
1 h 31 min
The Ghoul runs 1 h 31 min.
What language is The Ghoul in?
Thai
It was made in Thai.
What tropes does The Ghoul use?
Amoral AttorneyAntagonist TitleBad HabitsBlack Dude Dies FirstBuried AliveThe CavalryCrusty CaretakerKissing CousinsOld, Dark HouseGrave RobbingLocked in a FreezerSilly Willand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for The Ghoul, including Amoral Attorney, Antagonist Title, Bad Habits.