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The House
1976·Movie
·1h 45min·
The House fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and violent
- Tension9
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Crime, the mind, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and violent
The House is nerve-racking, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumCrime, the mind, and society
Its world is built around crime, the mind, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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After the explosion of an atomic bomb, a handful of people at the mercy of a disturbed millionaire.
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Crew
Sequels and Prequels
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Questions about The House
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The House worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 4.8 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The House rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The House?
1 h 45 min
The House runs 1 h 45 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The House?
Critics80
Audiences47
Not quite. Critics rate The House higher (80) than audiences (47). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The House in?
Spanish
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Spain.
What tropes does The House use?
Anti-HeroAsshole VictimBitch in Sheep's ClothingCorrupt BureaucratDeadpan SnarkerDisproportionate RetributionDirty CopFingorePolice Are UselessLaser-Guided Karma"Eureka!" MomentNames to Run Away from Really Fastand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for The House, including Anti-Hero, Asshole Victim, Bitch in Sheep's Clothing.