5.8
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Eli
2019·Movie
Eli fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Wonder4
- Pathos3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Fantasy, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Eli is tense, scary, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, mystery, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
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.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A boy named Eli with a rare autoimmune disorder is confined to a special experimental clinic for his treatment. He soon begins experiencing supernatural forces, turning the supposedly safe facility into a haunted prison for him and his fellow patients.
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Questions about Eli
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Is Eli worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 52%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Eli rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Eli?
1 h 38 min
Eli runs 1 h 38 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Eli?
Critics52
Audiences49
Yes. Critics average 52 and audiences 49 out of 100, so both groups see Eli much the same way.
What language is Eli in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Eli?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Eli in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Eli use?
Where's the Fun in That?Blatant LiesWould Hurt a ChildMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneApocalyptic LogHe Knows Too MuchShout-OutEveryone Has StandardsCruel and Unusual DeathDeadly EuphemismRewatch BonusGenre Blindand 45 more
TV Tropes lists 57 storytelling tropes for Eli, including Where's the Fun in That?, Blatant Lies, Would Hurt a Child.