6.5
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The Invisible Ray
1936·Movie
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No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Scare5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
The mind and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and technology
Its world is built around the mind and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumStandout performances
The performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Delving into new, strange fields of mystery!
Dr. Janos Rukh discovers a certain type of radium that has almost magical healing properties. But the element has a dangerous side, too, and it has already started affecting Rukh. Consumed by paranoia, he begins to suspect that his wife is having an affair. Wild for revenge, Rukh hatches a deadly plot...using his own poisoned body as a weapon to kill.
Classic Sci-Fi HorrorMad Scientist TalePsychological DescentParanoid ThrillerVengeful ObsessionAtmospheric Black and WhiteTragic VillainVintage Special EffectsEarly Universal Horror
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Questions about The Invisible Ray
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Invisible Ray worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 63%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Invisible Ray rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Invisible Ray?
1 h 19 min
The Invisible Ray runs 1 h 19 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Invisible Ray?
Critics63
Audiences60
Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 60 out of 100, so both groups see The Invisible Ray much the same way.
What language is The Invisible Ray in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Invisible Ray use?
They Called Me Mad!Sanity SlippageEven Bad Men Love Their MamasBad BossMagic MeteorRoaring Rampage of RevengeGratuitous Foreign LanguageHorrible Judge of CharacterMad ScientistFaking the DeadUnobtainiumEye Rememberand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for The Invisible Ray, including They Called Me Mad!, Sanity Slippage, Even Bad Men Love Their Mamas.