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Shutter
2024·Movie
·19min·
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout performances
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Sound Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Shutter is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances
The performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Esther, a photographer goes to a summerhouse to take a series of photos of Sophie, her former childhood friend. Sophie is terminally ill and waiting for a heart transplant. During Esther's time in the summerhouse a doubt occurs, leading to tension-filled moments as Esther tries to uncover the truth behind Sophie's actions.
Psychological ThrillerTension-Filled DramaFemale FriendshipSummerhouse SettingSecrets and DoubtAtmospheric CinematographyCharacter-DrivenIntriguing PlotEmotional Tension
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Questions about Shutter
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Shutter worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 61% and Metacritic 37). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shutter rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Shutter?
0 h 19 min
Shutter runs 0 h 19 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Shutter?
Critics49
Audiences78
Not quite. Audiences rate Shutter higher (78) than critics (49). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Shutter in?
Danish
It was made in Danish. Produced in Denmark.
What tropes does Shutter use?
Your Princess Is in Another Castle!Face-Revealing TurnSelf-HarmAnti-VillainWhat the Hell, Hero?Central ThemeFour Is DeathTwist EndingBig BadDisgusting Public ToiletPeek-a-Boo CorpseDowner Endingand 18 more
TV Tropes lists 30 storytelling tropes for Shutter, including Your Princess Is in Another Castle!, Face-Revealing Turn, Self-Harm.