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Ghost Story
1974·Movie
·1h 27min·
Ghost Story fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
- Romance2
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor1
- Dark Humor1
World
Mystery and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Ghost Story is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery 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.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Will haunt you!
Several old college friends converge at a mansion, ostensibly for a pleasant reunion. Larry Dann, the most easygoing of the bunch, comes to the conclusion that all is not well in the old dark house. For one thing, he's run across several people whom he's never met. For another, they all seem to be of a different time and place.
Supernatural HorrorAtmospheric MysteryUnsettling ReunionGothic ElementsPsychological SuspenseSlow-Burn DreadGhostly EncountersEerie World-BuildingExistential Questioning
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Questions about Ghost Story
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ghost Story worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ghost Story rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Ghost Story?
1 h 27 min
Ghost Story runs 1 h 27 min.
What language is Ghost Story in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Ghost Story use?
Fan DisserviceBreaking SpeechEnfant TerribleFor the EvulzEldritch AbominationWhy Don't You Just Shoot Him?Dark SecretCompressed AdaptationGhost StoryAdapted OutGo Mad from the RevelationFatal Flawand 7 more
TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Ghost Story, including Fan Disservice, Breaking Speech, Enfant Terrible.