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The Hand
1960·Movie
·1h 1min·NR·
The Hand fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Scare7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Nostalgia5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
History, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
The Hand is brutally violent, tense, and scary.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- 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 & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
From war-torn Burma to the asphalt jungles of the big city -- his revenge was the crime of the century!
During World War II, a group of British soldiers are captured by the Japanese, tortured and their hands are cut off. Years later, a mad killer terrorizes London by cutting off the hands of his victims.
WWII HorrorTorture and TraumaMad KillerPsychological ThrillerHistorical CrimePost-War LondonGrotesque ImageryBleak and Disturbing
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Questions about The Hand
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Hand worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Hand rated?
NRViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Hand?
1 h 1 min
The Hand runs 1 h 1 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Hand?
Critics80
Audiences72
Not quite. Critics rate The Hand higher (80) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Hand in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Hand?
4
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Hand in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Hand use?
Villain ProtagonistThrough the Eyes of MadnessCatapult NightmareProtagonist Journey to VillainDead Man HonkingAmbiguous EndingMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneArtificial LimbsArtificial Limbs Are StrongerAmicable ExesFallen-on-Hard-Times JobAir-Vent Passagewayand 14 more
TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for The Hand, including Villain Protagonist, Through the Eyes of Madness, Catapult Nightmare.