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Fear
2007·Movie
·2h 8min·
Fear fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Catharsis5
- Romance4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
The mind and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Direction6
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Fear 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.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind and everyday modern life
Its world is built around the mind and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
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.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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In director Vikram Bhatt's Bollywood spook fest, a supernatural spirit terrorizes a woman and forces her to confront the demons of her past.
Bollywood HorrorSupernatural ThrillerPsychological DreadGhost StoryConfronting Past TraumaMusical & SuspensefulVengeful SpiritIntriguing MysteryIndian Cinema
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No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Fear
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Fear worth watching?
30
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30/100 (IMDb 4 and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Fear rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Fear?
2 h 8 min
Fear runs 2 h 8 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Fear?
Critics88
Audiences30
Not quite. Critics rate Fear higher (88) than audiences (30). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Fear in?
Hindi
It was made in Hindi. Produced in India.
What tropes does Fear use?
Commonality ConnectionSacrificial LionAction DadAnd Your Little Dog, Too!Sickening "Crunch!"Decoy ProtagonistMissing MomFaux Affably EvilCharles Atlas SuperpowerDestination DefenestrationToo Dumb to LiveCarved Markand 89 more
TV Tropes lists 101 storytelling tropes for Fear, including Commonality Connection, Sacrificial Lion, Action Dad.