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Mortuary Blues
1990·Movie
Mortuary Blues fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some slapstick and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Dark Humor7
- Absurdist Humor5
World
History
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Mortuary Blues is terrifying, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighSome slapstick and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick 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.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
On a remote island off Hong Kong, its rich and happy inhabitants are celebrating an annual ritual by staging an operatic show. The island is not productive but its people are rich. No wonder police chief Yuan Kuei becomes suspicious. He thinks he is sitting on top of a narcotics ring. His two men are ordered to watch closely movement of the opera people. Little does the chief know that actually the islanders are living off the loot their ancestors made by raiding a government gold galleon some centuries ago. They buried much of the treasure and a dormant vampire under a pagoda......
Hong Kong Horror ComedyVampire MayhemHistorical SettingIsland TreasureSupernatural SlapstickEerie AtmosphereCult ClassicAction-Packed
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Is Mortuary Blues worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mortuary Blues rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Mortuary Blues?
1 h 32 min
Mortuary Blues runs 1 h 32 min.
What language is Mortuary Blues in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
In how many countries can I watch Mortuary Blues?
6
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