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The Black Room

2017·Movie
1h 31min
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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Terrifying and tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Scare9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Family Dynamics5
  • Romance4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and fantasy

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

A supernatural tale where evil takes on a sexy side.

Paul and Jennifer Hemdale have just moved into their dream house. But their happy marriage is about to be put to the test as they slowly discover the secret behind the black room in the cellar. Something else is already living in their new home and it is growing stronger every day.
Supernatural HorrorDream House NightmarePsychological ThrillerDemonic PossessionSlow BurnIntense AtmosphereMarriage TestedHaunted House

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Black Room legally?

The Black Room is included with a subscription to Bloodstream in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, FlixHouse, and Bloodstream. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Black Room worth watching?

29
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30/100 (IMDb 3.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Black Room rated?

NuditySexual contentViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, violence, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Black Room?

1 h 31 min

The Black Room runs 1 h 31 min.

What language is The Black Room in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Black Room?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Black Room in 138 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Black Room use?

Torches and PitchforksEvil-Detecting DogTwin SwitchProphecy TwistDisney Villain DeathYou Can't Fight FateSerial KillerBlackmail BackfireAristocrats Are EvilDisposing of a BodySpeak Now or Forever Hold Your PeacePredecessor Villainand 16 more

TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for The Black Room, including Torches and Pitchforks, Evil-Detecting Dog, Twin Switch.