6.5
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The Healing fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Violence7
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor1
World
The mind and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
The Healing is terrifying, tense, and violent.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Some Things are Never Meant To Happen
A community rushes to a faith healer after learning that one of them was miraculously healed from a deadly disease by the same person. They are torn apart afterwards as the healing brings them a terrible curse that wreaks harm and death.
Filipino HorrorSupernatural CurseFaith & SuperstitionCommunity BreakdownPsychological TerrorDread-InducingMoral CorruptionUnsettling MysteryVisceral Horror
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Questions about The Healing
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Is The Healing worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Healing rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Healing?
1 h 47 min
The Healing runs 1 h 47 min.
What language is The Healing in?
Filipino
It was made in Filipino. Produced in Philippines.
In how many countries can I watch The Healing?
49
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+35GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Healing in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Healing use?
Death of a ChildMurder-SuicideImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceDoppelgängerImpromptu TracheotomyGutted Like a FishAbsurdly Sharp BladeGory Discretion ShotGornMan on FireBack from the DeadJump Scareand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for The Healing, including Death of a Child, Murder-Suicide, Impaled with Extreme Prejudice.