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The Ancestress
1919·Movie
·1h 24min·
The Ancestress fingerprint
High energy, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Spectacle5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Fantasy, history, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Ancestress 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.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
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.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy, history, and family
Its world is built around fantasy, history, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The long dead ancestress of a noble family returns to haunt her last two remaining descendants. She can not rest until the entire family line has passed away. When she reappears, the household knows it is an ill omen. The patriarch of the family is old, and without a son. He is eager for his daughter to marry. She has her eye on a handsome young nobleman named Jaromir, but he isn't quite who he appears to be. This may be the opportunity the restless spirit has been waiting for for so long...
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Is The Ancestress worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Ancestress rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is The Ancestress?
1 h 24 min
The Ancestress runs 1 h 24 min.
What language is The Ancestress in?
Germanxx
It was made in German, with some xx. Produced in Austria.