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The Devil's Knot
2018·Movie
·2h 8min·
The Devil's Knot fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Violence7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Cringe Humor2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
History, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Devil's Knot is terrifying, tense, and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumHistory, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, the mind, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
During the slavery period in Brazil, a sugar cane farm was the stage for the darkest kinds of horrors. Years later, the place's cruel past is still stained in its walls, even if unnoticed, until a series of strange events starts happening and death returns to the farm. The film is divided in five short horror stories.
Brazilian SlaveryShort Horror StoriesHaunted PlantationDark HistorySupernatural HorrorHistorical HorrorGrotesque ImageryPsychological Impact
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Is The Devil's Knot worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Devil's Knot rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Devil's Knot?
2 h 8 min
The Devil's Knot runs 2 h 8 min.
What language is The Devil's Knot in?
Portuguese
It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Brazil.