6.9
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The Medusa Touch fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis4
- Wonder4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Medusa Touch 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.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- 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 Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Richard Burton is the man with the medusa touch... he has the power to create catastrophe.
A French detective in London reconstructs the life of a man lying in hospital with severe injuries with the help of journals and a psychiatrist. He realises that the man had powerful telekinetic abilities.
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Questions about The Medusa Touch
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Medusa Touch worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Metacritic 49). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Medusa Touch rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Medusa Touch?
1 h 49 min
The Medusa Touch runs 1 h 49 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Medusa Touch?
Critics49
Audiences72
Not quite. Audiences rate The Medusa Touch higher (72) than critics (49). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is The Medusa Touch in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in France, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Medusa Touch?
9
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Medusa Touch in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Medusa Touch use?
The FundamentalistEnfant TerribleThe CameoSelf-Made OrphanSadist TeacherNewscaster CameoFreudian ExcuseWorld of JerkassThen Let Me Be EvilAsshole VictimFictional DocumentAffably Eviland 25 more
TV Tropes lists 37 storytelling tropes for The Medusa Touch, including The Fundamentalist, Enfant Terrible, The Cameo.