93
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreSummary
A faithful adaptation of the Edgar Allan Poe story about subjectivity, in which a man believes he sees a hideous monster approaching his home. He actually is viewing a sphinx moth outside his window.
Good for
- Friends night
- Teens
- Thought-provoking
Skip it if
- You want something to laugh at
- You want fast pacing
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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Critics vs audiences
Only audience scores so far
Audiences 93GoodWatch 93
IMDb9.3
Released
1985
March 1, 1985
41 years ago
Genre
HorrorLanguage
English
Original language
Made in
United States
Rated
No age rating yet.
What's in it
- ViolenceLittle or none
- Gore, disturbing imagesMild
- Frightening scenesModerate
- Sex, nudityLittle or none
- Dark themesStrong
In white: what the content advisories name. Levels from the title analysis.
Viewing guide
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-ProvokingNot listed for kids or family movie night.
Directing · 1
- Scott Allen Nollen Director, Writer, Producer, Editor, Cinematography
Writing · 1
- Edgar Allan Poe Short Story
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