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Spider
1992·Movie
·1h 38min·
Spider fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Romance4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
The mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Spider is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind
Its world is built around the mind. 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
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
A young woman agrees to model for an artist as the Virgin Mary. His strange influence triggers her repressed sexual urges, causing her to have delusions and nightmares about spiders and other grotesque imagery.
Latvian CinemaPsychological ThrillerArtistic NudityRepressed SexualitySurreal ImageryGrotesque VisionsSpider DelusionsNightmarish Experience
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Questions about Spider
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Spider worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Spider rated?
NuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Spider?
1 h 38 min
Spider runs 1 h 38 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Spider?
Critics100
Audiences68
Not quite. Critics rate Spider higher (100) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Spider in?
LatvianRussian
It was made in Latvian, with some Russian. Produced in Latvia.