Aura

Name: Aura
Genre: Horror
Released: 2018-08-07
Duration: 1 h 22 min
Cast: Shane Taylor, Rula Lenska, Denise Moreno, Jeanine Nerissa Sothcott, Jane MacFarlane

2018·Movie

·1h 22min·

Horror

TerribleGoodWatch score

3.3

3.3

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension8
Scare7
Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Melancholy5
Wonder5
Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor4
Cringe Humor3
Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery

World Immersion7
Ambiguity6
Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue8
Direction6
Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

Sound Centrality7
Cinematography6
Music Composition6

Energy

High

Tense and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Aura is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Related traits

Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Low

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

All heart traits

Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.

Related traits

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.

Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery

Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting6Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.

Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.

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About

A couple discovers a Kirlian Photography apparatus in their new house. Intrigued by the concept of photographing peoples' Auras they unwittingly release an ancient evil. Only the local psychic can help and she knows far more than she reveals.

Supernatural ThrillerAncient EvilPsychic InvestigationKirlian PhotographyHaunted HouseMystery and SuspenseParanormal ActivityContemporary Setting

Actors

Shane Taylor

Mitch

Rula Lenska

Ada

Denise Moreno

Karen

Jeanine Nerissa Sothcott

Diane

Steven Dolton

Uncle Alexander

Crew

Directed by:

Steve Lawson

Written by:

Steve Lawson

Produced by:

Adam Stephen Kelly, Jonathan Sothcott, Mark Merlino

Composed by:

Marcus Langford, Alfie Nemo, Neil Chaney

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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