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Something Wicked This Way Comes
2018·Movie
Something Wicked This Way Comes fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Nostalgia6
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Fantasy and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
Energy
HighScary and tense
Something Wicked This Way Comes is scary and tense.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy and mystery
Its world is built around fantasy and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz5Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES is a project that examines horror culture and filmmaking in the New England area. Through the stories of industry professionals, filmmakers, and actors, it explores the historical and contemporary significance of the area's impact on the horror genre, as well as the decision to pursue a project locally.
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Is Something Wicked This Way Comes worth watching?
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What language is Something Wicked This Way Comes in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Something Wicked This Way Comes use?
Police Are UselessBadass BookwormNothing Is ScarierLoad-Bearing BossAttack of the Town FestivalAwesome Mc Cool NameAdaptational AttractivenessRight Under Their NosesSouthern Gothic SatanLiterary Allusion TitleWe Can Rule TogetherFaux Affably Eviland 74 more
TV Tropes lists 86 storytelling tropes for Something Wicked This Way Comes, including Police Are Useless, Badass Bookworm, Nothing Is Scarier.