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Fear of the Dark
2005·Movie
Fear of the Dark fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis4
- Pathos3
- Melancholy2
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Mystery, crime, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity5
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Direction6
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Fear of the Dark is nerve-racking, scary, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowMystery, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around mystery, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Our story begins when a group of girls from a "halfway" program are hired to organize and document the contents of a huge old building for it's new owners. What they find inside is a terrifying trip into the mouth of Hell itself. The old building houses dark secrets that result in brutal acts of murder, but the ones murdered are the lucky ones, it's the ones who live that have it face the true Horror and the shocking truth that lies at the heart of the evil within the building.
Supernatural HorrorPsychological TerrorHaunted BuildingDark SecretsBrutal MurdersVisceral DreadUnsettling AtmosphereTwisted RevealSurvival HorrorIntense Thriller
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Is Fear of the Dark worth watching?
44
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 4.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Fear of the Dark rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Fear of the Dark?
1 h 36 min
Fear of the Dark runs 1 h 36 min.
What language is Fear of the Dark in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.