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The ErlKing
2003·Movie
·6min·
The ErlKing fingerprint
Stunning style, high energy, no humor.
Energy
Scary and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Absurdist Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
World
The mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition10
- Visual Stylization10
- Music Centrality10
Energy
HighScary and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The ErlKing is scary, tense, and spectacular. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighThe mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
Very highStandout score, visual style, and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score, visual style, and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition10Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
This animated short is a visual representation of Goethe's poem, The ErlKing that uses sand-on-glass animation set to the music of Franz Schubert. The moving images, resembling woodcuts, capture the haunting, nightmarish quality of the tale of the ErlKing who steals and kills a little boy.
Animated ShortFolkloric HorrorMusical AdaptationVisually HauntingSand-on-Glass AnimationPsychological DreadBleak & EerieArtistic ExpressionGothic Atmosphere
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Is The ErlKing worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The ErlKing rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The ErlKing?
0 h 6 min
The ErlKing runs 0 h 6 min.
What language is The ErlKing in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.