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The Abominable Dr. Phibes fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and sharp wit
- Dark Humor8
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody4
World
History, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and scary
The Abominable Dr. Phibes is tense, scary, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumPlenty of dark humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of dark humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumHistory, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around history, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Love means never having to say you're ugly.
After a team of surgeons botches his beloved wife's operation, the distraught Dr. Phibes unleashes a score of Old-Testament atrocities on his enemies.
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Questions about The Abominable Dr. Phibes
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Abominable Dr. Phibes worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Abominable Dr. Phibes rated?
PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Abominable Dr. Phibes?
1 h 35 min
The Abominable Dr. Phibes runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Abominable Dr. Phibes?
Critics88
Audiences73
Not quite. Critics rate The Abominable Dr. Phibes higher (88) than audiences (73). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Abominable Dr. Phibes in?
EnglishHebrew
It was made in English, with some Hebrew. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Abominable Dr. Phibes?
2
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What tropes does The Abominable Dr. Phibes use?
Rule of FunnyThat's All, Folks!Dramatic UnmaskNot That Kind of DoctorDeath by DisfigurementDeath by IronyLove Makes You EvilA Nice ChiantiSliding Scale of Comedy and HorrorBlack CloakArtistic License – BiologyScotland Yardand 74 more
TV Tropes lists 86 storytelling tropes for The Abominable Dr. Phibes, including Rule of Funny, That's All, Folks!, Dramatic Unmask.