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Gaslight
1960·Movie
·1h 30min·
Gaslight fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Scare7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
Mystery, the mind, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue10
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Gaslight is nerve-racking and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and crime
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery10Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue10Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Jack Manningham tries to drive his wife Bella out of her mind with cunning heartlessness. He hides things he previously gave her for safekeeping, makes household items disappear only to find them in the most unlikely places, and puts words in Bella's mouth that she never said. All to convince her that, like her deceased mother, she is suffering from a split consciousness and delusions of persecution.Jack Manningham has his reasons. He doesn't want Bella to realize that he returns via mysterious paths over the rooftops to spend hours searching for treasure in the carefully locked upper floor. Fate has linked Jack to the old house since the day he committed a murder in it. The gas light, whose glow diminishes when a lamp is lit in the house and brightens when it is extinguished, puts Bella on the trail of the strange connections for the first time.
Psychological ThrillerGaslightingMysteryPeriod PieceSuspensefulClaustrophobicDeceptionManipulation
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Questions about Gaslight
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Gaslight worth watching?
89
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 78). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Gaslight rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Gaslight?
1 h 30 min
Gaslight runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Gaslight?
Critics84
Audiences84
Yes. Critics average 84 and audiences 84 out of 100, so both groups see Gaslight much the same way.
What language is Gaslight in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Germany.
What tropes does Gaslight use?
Unbuilt TropeFourth-Date MarriageHidden in Plain SightThe Hecate SistersLaser-Guided KarmaChekhov's GunAlliterative NameHoist by His Own PetardBound and GaggedServile SnarkerPosthumous CharacterSpanner in the Worksand 53 more
TV Tropes lists 65 storytelling tropes for Gaslight, including Unbuilt Trope, Fourth-Date Marriage, Hidden in Plain Sight.