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The Vile fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, technology, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Standout characters
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Fast from start to finish.
The Vile is nerve-racking, scary, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, technology, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, technology, and the future. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Nothing is what it seems.
Devoted wife and mother Amani, whose life begins to unravel when her husband returns home with a second wife and an unseen darkness infiltrates her life.
Psychological ThrillerSupernatural HorrorDystopian Family DramaTechnological AnxietyUnseen DarknessIntense SuspenseBleak FutureDisturbing Imagery
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Is The Vile worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Vile rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Vile?
1 h 37 min
The Vile runs 1 h 37 min.
What language is The Vile in?
Arabic
It was made in Arabic. Produced in United Arab Emirates, United States.