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The Dybbuk
1980·Movie
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The Dybbuk fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Spectacle5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor1
World
Faith and meaning, 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
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Dybbuk is terrifying and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFaith and meaning, history, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around faith and meaning, 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.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
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 Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
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 Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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A young bride is possessed by a dybbuk, a malicious possessing spirit, believed to be the dislocated soul of a dead person, on the eve of her wedding.
Jewish Folklore HorrorPossession & the OccultMelancholy & TragicPsychological DreadSupernatural MysteryHistorical SettingSpiritual ThemesSlow-Burning Tension
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Is The Dybbuk worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Dybbuk rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
What language is The Dybbuk in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does The Dybbuk use?
Greek ChorusOur Angels Are DifferentDead Hat ShotChildhood Marriage PromiseLong Hair Is FeminineStar-Crossed LoversDemonic PossessionStorybook OpeningBookendsTogether in DeathLove Makes You EvilArranged Marriageand 7 more
TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for The Dybbuk, including Greek Chorus, Our Angels Are Different, Dead Hat Shot.