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Phone
2002·Movie
·1h 43min·
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness2
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Absurdist Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Mystery, everyday modern life, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Phone is terrifying, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, everyday modern life, and the mind
Its world is built around mystery, everyday modern life, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
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.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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The Last Call You'll Ever Get...
Soon after getting a new phone, a woman notices strange things starting to happen. When she investigates, she discovers that everyone who has had her phone number before her has died suddenly and mysteriously.
Supernatural HorrorTechnological HorrorMysteryCursePsychological ThrillerIntrigueTensionCell PhoneBleak
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Questions about Phone
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Phone worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 63%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Phone rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Phone?
1 h 43 min
Phone runs 1 h 43 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Phone?
Critics63
Audiences62
Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see Phone much the same way.
What language is Phone in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.
In how many countries can I watch Phone?
7
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Phone in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Phone use?
Troubling Unchildlike BehaviorBound and GaggedBroken BirdFinal GirlKill It with FireDanger Takes a Backseat
TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for Phone, including Troubling Unchildlike Behavior, Bound and Gagged, Broken Bird.