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The Eye
2023·Movie
·1h 33min·
The Eye fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Scary and tense
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy8
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Cringe Humor1
World
Everyday modern life and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love 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
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
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.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
The Eye A young widow travels back to the island where her husband died to scatter his ashes. Upon learning the true nature of what may have claimed his life, she is tempted by a dark choice that could bring him back.
Grief and LossPsychological HorrorSupernatural TemptationIsland SettingDark ChoicesMysteryIntense AtmosphereMelancholy Tone
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Questions about The Eye
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Eye worth watching?
42
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 4.2 and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Eye rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Eye?
1 h 33 min
The Eye runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Eye?
Critics63
Audiences32
Not quite. Critics rate The Eye higher (63) than audiences (32). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Eye in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Greece, United Kingdom.
What tropes does The Eye use?
Get a Hold of Yourself, Man!Face-Revealing TurnOh, Crap!Rage Against the ReflectionIn Name OnlyThey Wasted a Perfectly Good SandwichSpirit AdvisorNon-Indicative TitleUnhappy MediumFlatlineHistory RepeatsForeshadowingand 26 more
TV Tropes lists 38 storytelling tropes for The Eye, including Get a Hold of Yourself, Man!, Face-Revealing Turn, Oh, Crap!.