4.9
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Altar fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Mystery and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Altar is terrifying and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, 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.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A young family find themselves in serious danger when they move to an isolated haunted house in the Yorkshire Moors.
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Is Altar worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Altar rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Altar?
1 h 35 min
Altar runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is Altar in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Altar?
9
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