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The Manitou
1978·Movie
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High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Hopefulness4
- Nostalgia4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor4
World
Fantasy and faith and meaning
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Music Composition6
- Music Centrality6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy and faith and meaning
Its world is built around fantasy and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Psychedelic8Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Evil does not die… It waits to be re-born!
A psychic's girlfriend finds out that a lump on her back is a growing reincarnation of a 400 year-old demonic Native American spirit.
Cult Horror ClassicBody Horror70s Supernatural CinemaBizarre Special EffectsDemonic PossessionCampy ThrillsPsychedelic ClimaxEccentric Storytelling
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Questions about The Manitou
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Manitou worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 45%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Manitou rated?
PGViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Manitou?
1 h 44 min
The Manitou runs 1 h 44 min.
Is The Manitou based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Manitou?
Critics46
Audiences45
Yes. Critics average 46 and audiences 45 out of 100, so both groups see The Manitou much the same way.
What language is The Manitou in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Manitou?
11
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Manitou in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Manitou use?
Why Don't You Just Shoot Him?Character TicMagical Native AmericanThe Savage IndianBody SurfGod of EvilNature SpiritFantasy AmericanaMagic Must Defeat MagicThat Thing Is Not My Child!Trauma ButtonVillain Overrideand 28 more
TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for The Manitou, including Why Don't You Just Shoot Him?, Character Tic, Magical Native American.