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Obsession
1977·Movie
Obsession fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Violence5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
Mystery, the mind, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Obsession is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
So-dol, serving a prison sentence after being accused of murdering his friend, gets a 7 day leave from the prison when his mother dies. As soon as he and the guard assigned to him arrive in the village, strange events begin to occur. A 5-year old corpse is discovered floating in the harbor and the entire seaweed harvest spoils. So-dal's guard begins an investigation and find that the supernatural is very real in this remote island.
Korean HorrorIsland MysterySupernatural ThrillerPsychological HorrorSmall Town SecretsFamily CurseRemote VillageMelancholyAtmosphericIntriguing
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Questions about Obsession
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Is Obsession worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Obsession rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Obsession?
1 h 35 min
Obsession runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is Obsession in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.
What tropes does Obsession use?
ExpySurprise IncestChekhov's HobbyOrbital KissBig Bad FriendEiffel Tower EffectWhole-Plot ReferenceDream SequenceThe Lost LenoreBatman GambitPolice Are UselessChekhov's Gunand 22 more
TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for Obsession, including Expy, Surprise Incest, Chekhov's Hobby.