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The Jailers
1990·Movie
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score100
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The Jailers fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Cringe Humor4
- Satire & Parody3
World
The mind and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighSolid, 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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A story about old people, the members of the secret society called Goethe, who feed on the energy of young men whose corpses are hidden in their laboratory. Even though police is on their trail, Goethe members manage to trick Pavle, the inspector-in-charge. However all of this energetic vampirism is busted when Kristina, one of the members, falls in love with the inspector.
Slovenian HorrorVampirismSecret SocietyPsychological HorrorGrotesque ImageryMystery & IntrigueDark & BleakSupernaturalEuropean Cinema
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Is The Jailers worth watching?
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Jailers rated?
Sexual contentViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: sexual content, violence, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Jailers?
1 h 30 min
The Jailers runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is The Jailers in?
Slovenian
It was made in Slovenian. Produced in Serbia.