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Occult fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
- Scare9
- Tension7
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
- Wonder3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction
- Meta Narrative9
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Occult is terrifying and tense.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- 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.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative9Stories about storytelling.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Koji Shiraishi interviews the survivors of an indiscriminate attack at a sightseeing resort and starts investigating the strange events that have been happening to them.
Japanese HorrorFound FootageMeta-HorrorPsychological HorrorUnsettlingContemporary RealismMysteryIndie Film
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Questions about Occult
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Is Occult worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Occult rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Occult?
1 h 50 min
Occult runs 1 h 50 min.
What language is Occult in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Occult use?
Carved MarkWham ShotJerkassThe CameoAnimal MotifsAscend to a Higher Plane of ExistenceLaser-Guided KarmaArc WordsShout-OutDowner EndingWham LineNever Found the Bodyand 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Occult, including Carved Mark, Wham Shot, Jerkass.