5.5
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Hocus Pocus
1984·Movie
·1h 33min·
Hocus Pocus fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary
- Scare8
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Wonder5
- Wholesome4
Humor
Some slapstick and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Dark Humor6
- Situational Comedy5
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
This movie follows in the same spirit as Mr. Vampire, Dead and the deadly and Spooky encounters, mixing comedy and horror!
Hong Kong Horror ComedyChinese FolkloreGhostly EncountersAction and HumorSupernatural ElementsSpooky and FunTraditional SettingCult Classic
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Crew
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Questions about Hocus Pocus
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hocus Pocus worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 40%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hocus Pocus rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Hocus Pocus?
1 h 33 min
Hocus Pocus runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Hocus Pocus?
Critics60
Audiences67
Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see Hocus Pocus much the same way.
What language is Hocus Pocus in?
cnChinese
It was made in cn, with some Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
What tropes does Hocus Pocus use?
Parent ServiceAw, Look! They Really Do Love Each OtherMissing ChildBratty Half-PintSeeking SanctuarySame Language DubEstablishing Character MomentThe DitzBrick JokeDon't Go in the WoodsZombie GaitBurn the Witch!and 264 more
TV Tropes lists 276 storytelling tropes for Hocus Pocus, including Parent Service, Aw, Look! They Really Do Love Each Other, Missing Child.