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Nightmare
1965·Movie
·1h 41min·
Nightmare fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace5
- Violence5
Heart
Nostalgic and melancholic
- Nostalgia8
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
History, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowNostalgic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around history, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
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 Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A woman is driving alone one evening, when she almost run over a man lying in the road. She gets out of the car to see. Suddenly the man attacks her. Eva Jansson's dead body is found by a local farmer, who calls the police. Soon after fashion designer Maj Berg comes driving the same road and is stopped by the police. When the road is cleared for traffic Mrs. Berg drives on but happens to get a flat tire. While changing to the spare wheel, she finds a black notebook in the ditch. Back in Stockholm she opens the notebook and finds a strange jotting that concerns her.
Swedish Crime ThrillerNordic NoirMystery InvestigationPsychological SuspenseSmall Town SecretsAtmospheric SettingComplex CharactersHistorical ContextBleak Tone
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Questions about Nightmare
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Nightmare 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 Nightmare rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Nightmare?
1 h 41 min
Nightmare runs 1 h 41 min.
What language is Nightmare in?
Swedish
It was made in Swedish. Produced in Sweden.
In how many countries can I watch Nightmare?
109
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What tropes does Nightmare use?
GornBlood-Splattered InnocentsConvulsive SeizuresWould Hurt a ChildSelf-Made OrphanAx-CrazyMade of IronSlashed ThroatThe PranksterBadass LongcoatOff with His Head!Big Rotten Appleand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Nightmare, including Gorn, Blood-Splattered Innocents, Convulsive Seizures.