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Mr. Sardonicus

1961·Movie
1h 30min·NR

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Mr. Sardonicus fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

  • Tension9
  • Scare7
  • Violence6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy5
  • Nostalgia5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Editing6

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About

During the running of the film,the "Punishment Poll" lets YOU decide the fate of Mr. Sardonicus!

In 1880, Sir Robert Cargrave, a London physician known for his experimental work in paralysis treatment, is summoned to Gorslava by the mysterious Baron Sardonicus—who is now married to Cargrave's former wife, Maude—to treat his disfigurement. When Cargrave arrives, he finds the masked baron is a cruel sadist who has threatened to harm Maude if he is not successfully cured.
Gothic HorrorPsychological ThrillerBody HorrorUnsettling AtmosphereCult ClassicCruel VillainBlack and White CinemaVintage HorrorMacabreTorture

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Questions about Mr. Sardonicus

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Mr. Sardonicus legally?

Mr. Sardonicus is included with a subscription to FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Mometu. You can also rent or buy it from FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Mr. Sardonicus worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 44%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mr. Sardonicus rated?

NRViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Mr. Sardonicus?

1 h 30 min

Mr. Sardonicus runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Mr. Sardonicus?

Critics44
Audiences60

Not quite. Audiences rate Mr. Sardonicus higher (60) than critics (44). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Mr. Sardonicus in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Mr. Sardonicus?

3CAESUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mr. Sardonicus in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Mr. Sardonicus use?

Pet the DogDramatically Missing the PointFake InteractivityEarn Your Happy EndingForeshadowingVillainous BreakdownBerserk ButtonStory Branch FavoritismFrozen FaceEstablishing Character MomentCold-Blooded TortureHenpecked Husbandand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Mr. Sardonicus, including Pet the Dog, Dramatically Missing the Point, Fake Interactivity.