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Séance fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare6
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
History, family, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography, score, and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Séance 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.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, family, and the mind
Its world is built around history, family, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, score, and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography, score, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Novelist Emma Strand is on vacation at the seaside in 1892 California with her second husband Albert when she encounters her first husband George and his mentally unstable new wife, Lillian. Emma and Albert take refuge from a sudden storm at George and Lillian's mansion. Over the course of the evening, Emma must confront her past, the temptation of adultery, and the disturbing possibility the house is haunted by George and Lillian's recently drowned daughter Hazel.
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Questions about Séance
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Is Séance worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Séance rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Séance?
1 h 25 min
Séance runs 1 h 25 min.
What language is Séance in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Séance use?
Break the CutieBroken HeelChekhov's GunEvil Sounds DeepHairpin LockpickFingoreBody SurfRape as DramaHeroic SacrificeHaunted HeroineDeliberately MonochromeWhat the Hell, Hero?and 40 more
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for Séance, including Break the Cutie, Broken Heel, Chekhov's Gun.