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The Forbidden Door

2009·Movie
1h 55min·NC-17

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and scary

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Scare7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

Open the wrong door, and you'll never wake up from the nightmare

A successful sculptor's life is turned upside down when he starts to receive mysterious messages from someone asking for his help. As he digs deeper, he discovers a boy is being abused and has to choose between saving the boy or losing everything.
Psychological ThrillerAbuse and TraumaMoral DilemmaMystery and IntrigueDark and TenseSurreal ElementsContemporary SettingCharacter-Driven

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Forbidden Door

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Where can I stream The Forbidden Door legally?

The Forbidden Door is included with a subscription to Troma NOW and Bloodstream in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on FlixHouse, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Forbidden Door worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Forbidden Door rated?

NC-17ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated NC-17 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Forbidden Door?

1 h 55 min

The Forbidden Door runs 1 h 55 min.

What language is The Forbidden Door in?

IndonesianEnglish

It was made in Indonesian, with some English. Produced in Indonesia.

In how many countries can I watch The Forbidden Door?

4CAIDMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Forbidden Door in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.