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GoodGoodWatch score74
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The Ritual fingerprint
Emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy3
- Romance2
- Pathos2
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion3
- Ambiguity3
- Dialogue Centrality2
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue4
- Direction3
- Acting3
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography3
- Editing3
- Music Composition3
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
The Ritual is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
NoneKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion3Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality2Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability2Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty2Fresh ideas and invention.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction3Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting3Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure3Story architecture and form.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality2Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth2Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography3Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing3Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality2The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality2Sound design as core element.
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A ritual that’s headed in the wrong direction.
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Is The Ritual worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Ritual?
0 h 3 min
The Ritual runs 0 h 3 min.
What language is The Ritual in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch The Ritual?
7
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Ritual in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Ritual use?
Immortality ImmoralityOnly Sane ManKarma HoudiniGenre SavvyAnimalistic AbominationYou No Take CandleScenery PornImpersonation-Exclusive CharacterBittersweet EndingJoin or DieSurvivor's GuiltEven Evil Has Standardsand 46 more
TV Tropes lists 58 storytelling tropes for The Ritual, including Immortality Immorality, Only Sane Man, Karma Houdini.