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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Violence7
- Scare6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos4
- Romance3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization8
- Editing7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
A Cure for Wellness is nerve-racking and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and mystery. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- 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 Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
All of us are human. None of us are immune.
An ambitious young executive is sent to retrieve his company's CEO from an idyllic but mysterious "wellness center" at a remote location in the Swiss Alps but soon suspects that the spa's miraculous treatments are not what they seem.
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Questions about A Cure for Wellness
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is A Cure for Wellness worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 42%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is A Cure for Wellness rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is A Cure for Wellness?
2 h 26 min
A Cure for Wellness runs 2 h 26 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on A Cure for Wellness?
Critics45
Audiences57
Not quite. Audiences rate A Cure for Wellness higher (57) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was A Cure for Wellness a box office hit?
Budget$40 million
Box office$27 million
No. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $27 million worldwide, 67% of its budget.
What language is A Cure for Wellness in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch A Cure for Wellness?
93
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+79GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A Cure for Wellness in 93 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does A Cure for Wellness use?
Cane FuThe IngenueBlood Is Squicker in WaterDramatic Necklace RemovalThrowing Off the DisabilityGasoline DousingPunch-Clock VillainVillainous BreakdownEveryone Has StandardsSurveillance Station SlackerKarma HoudiniNo Name Givenand 88 more
TV Tropes lists 100 storytelling tropes for A Cure for Wellness, including Cane Fu, The Ingenue, Blood Is Squicker in Water.