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The Refrigerator
1991·Movie
·1h 26min·
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Relentless energy, funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
- Wonder2
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Physical Comedy3
World
The mind
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction5
- Acting4
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
The Refrigerator is nerve-racking, brutally violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder2Awe, 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
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting4Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
No survivors. Only leftovers.
A couple move into a bad apartment in a bad neighborhood in New York. The apartment contains a refrigerator, which is the only thing they like in the place. However, they slowly discover that the refrigerator is a monster which kills people in gruesome ways and then sends them to hell. The refrigerator is already gaining mind control over the husband. What will happen?
Grotesque HorrorAbsurdist Black ComedyKiller ApplianceSchlocky B-MovieMind ControlVisceral GoreApartment NightmareLow Budget
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Is The Refrigerator worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 4.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Refrigerator rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Refrigerator?
1 h 26 min
The Refrigerator runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is The Refrigerator in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.