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Demon Lover
1998·Movie
·15min·
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score100
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No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Scare4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy9
- Pathos8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
World
Family, faith and meaning, and fantasy
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Demon Lover is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumProfoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad, moving, and wondrous. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumFamily, faith and meaning, and fantasy
Its world is built around family, faith and meaning, and fantasy.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-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
- 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.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
"A gift from the filmmaker." -Alexandra Juhasz
A modern mo olelo told in film, multilayered & steeped in melancholy, melodrama, metaphors, & magic. At once whimsical, stark, communicating a story both familiar, warm, & frenzied & fantastic. Set against the backdrops of the La Brea Tar Pits & oil refineries of Los Angeles, a young Hawaiian woman attempts to release the tensions caused by old forces manifesting in the different levels of her love & family lives. A film about the demons of myth, land, and origins.
Lyrical MelodramaMythological RealismPacific Islander HeritageAtmospheric SurrealismFamily Trauma & HealingUrban Fantasy ElementsEmotional DepthCultural MetaphorSlow-Burn Narrative
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Is Demon Lover worth watching?
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Demon Lover?
0 h 15 min
Demon Lover runs 0 h 15 min.
What language is Demon Lover in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.