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The Diabolical
1977·Movie
·1h 33min·
The Diabolical fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
- Family Dynamics2
Humor
Plenty of dark humor
- Dark Humor8
- Cringe Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Crime, the mind, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
HighTerrifying and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Diabolical is terrifying, thrilling, and fast-paced. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness0Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumCrime, the mind, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around crime, the mind, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Dave Boland (Carlos East) wears a strange medallion and robs the bank. He also takes the banker's daughter with him. Then he rapes her and put the satanic mark on her body. He was caught and was prepared for hanging. At moment before hanging Dave uses his supernatural power and makes a local shoe-shiner his accomplice. While running from sheriff Dave was injured and after some time dies. But before his death Dave gives this medallion to shoe-shiner Oscar and asks him to take revenge in the name of Satan. So he does it and also continue to rape and kill women never forgetting to leave satanic mark on their bodies...
Satanic RevengeExploitation HorrorCrime ThrillerSupernatural ElementsPsychological HorrorMexican CinemaRevengeOccult ThemesGothic Horror
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Is The Diabolical worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Diabolical rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Diabolical?
1 h 33 min
The Diabolical runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is The Diabolical in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Mexico.