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Dance Macabre
1992·Movie
·1h 37min·R·
Dance Macabre fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Melancholy6
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind and show business
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Dance Macabre is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind and show business
Its world is built around the mind and show business.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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When the curtain rises, the terror begins.
Jessica, an American ballerina, reluctantly enrolls in a Russian dance academy, where she meets the charismatic choreographer Anthony. A dead ringer for his long dead lover, Jessica becomes his favorite student -- and his personal obsession.
Ballet ThrillerPsychological ObsessionEerie AtmosphereGothic RomanceDoomed Love StorySuspenseful DramaVisually AtmosphericDark Ballet ThemeUnsettling Narrative
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Is Dance Macabre worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 4.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dance Macabre rated?
RSexual contentDisturbing imageryViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, disturbing imagery, and violence.
How long is Dance Macabre?
1 h 37 min
Dance Macabre runs 1 h 37 min.
What language is Dance Macabre in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Russia, United States.