3.5
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Jack-O
1995·Movie
·1h 28min·
Jack-O fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age5
- Family Dynamics4
- Pathos3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Physical Comedy2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Fantasy and mystery
- Novelty6
- World Immersion5
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Jack-O is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure Escapism
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About
He's Baaack!
A long long time ago a wizard was put to death, but he swore vengeance on the townsfolk that did him in, particularly Arthur Kelly's family. Arthur had done the final graces on him when he came back to life as Mr. Jack the Pumpkin Man. The Kellys proliferated through the years, and when some devil-may-care teens accidentally unleash Jack-O, young Sean Kelly must stop him somehow as his suburban world is accosted and the attrition rate climbs
Pumpkin ManSuburban HorrorWizard VengeanceMonster MovieSupernaturalSlasher90s HorrorGrotesque Imagery
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Questions about Jack-O
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Jack-O worth watching?
34
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 3.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Jack-O rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Jack-O?
1 h 28 min
Jack-O runs 1 h 28 min.
What language is Jack-O in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Jack-O?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jack-O in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Jack-O use?
Sealed Evil in a CanThe End... Or Is It?Sinister ScytheThe CameoHorror Doesn't Settle for Simple TuesdayStock FootageArch-EnemyShow Within a ShowOur Demons Are DifferentAntagonist TitleGeneric Doomsday VillainAsshole Victimand 8 more
TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for Jack-O, including Sealed Evil in a Can, The End... Or Is It?, Sinister Scythe.