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The Door
2009·Movie
The Door fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Door is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
If you could go back in time, would you?
A successful artist loses control of his life after his young daughter's death. A chance for a new start appears, but all is not what it seems.
German Psychological ThrillerGrief and LossDark Fantasy ElementsAlternate RealityGuilt and RedemptionIntense & DisturbingMystery & IntrigueBleak Atmosphere
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Questions about The Door
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Is The Door worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Door rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is The Door?
1 h 43 min
The Door runs 1 h 43 min.
Is The Door based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is The Door in?
GermanFrench
It was made in German, with some French. Produced in Germany.
In how many countries can I watch The Door?
10
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Door in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Door use?
Epic Tracking ShotMeaningful EchoFace Framed in ShadowDeath of a ChildNarratorAbandoned AreaBaldness Means SicknessBased on a True StoryWhole Episode FlashbackTitle DropAll There in the Manual
TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for The Door, including Epic Tracking Shot, Meaningful Echo, Face Framed in Shadow.