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The House That Jack Built
2009·Movie
The House That Jack Built fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
The mind and show business
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The House That Jack Built is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and show business
Its world is built around the mind and show business.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, 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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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You're Invited To The Housewarming Party....From Hell
The film tells the story of Jack Filice Jr., an heir to a Hollywood Italian-American dynasty. As his father, Jack Sr.(played Tony-award winning Joe Mantegna), lays dying, he asks his only son to preserve the family estate, and to never tear it down. The pact is made, but within a year, the cocky young music producer, demolishes the estate and builds his "party palace". On the night of Jack's house warming party, friends and family party into the early morning, unaware of the "monstrous spirit" who returns to murder them one-by-one, until only his grandson is left to destroy.
Supernatural HorrorFamily CurseHollywood DynastyMurder MysteryPsychological ThrillerGrotesque ImageryHaunted HouseShowbiz SettingIntrigue
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Questions about The House That Jack Built
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Is The House That Jack Built worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 3.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The House That Jack Built rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The House That Jack Built?
1 h 27 min
The House That Jack Built runs 1 h 27 min.
What language is The House That Jack Built in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The House That Jack Built use?
Wicked CulturedVillain RespectFour Eyes, Zero SoulBlack ComedyColor MotifDeconstructionSoundtrack DissonanceSelf-DeprecationOnscreen Chapter TitlesBait-and-Switch AccusationSelf-Applied NicknameKick the Dogand 95 more
TV Tropes lists 107 storytelling tropes for The House That Jack Built, including Wicked Cultured, Villain Respect, Four Eyes, Zero Soul.