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The Black String

2018·Movie
1h 30min
IMDb5.3Rotten Tomatoes83%44%

Where to watch

PrimePhiloHooplaFandango at Home FreeAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

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The Black String fingerprint

High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Scare7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy5
  • Pathos4
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

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About

When nightmares become reality.

When a suburban slacker has a reckless encounter with a mysterious woman, his life begins to unravel in horrific fashion. His friends and family believe he's losing his mind, but he's convinced something far more sinister is taking place.
Psychological HorrorSupernatural MysteryParanoia & DelusionExistential DreadIndependent FilmDark & UnsettlingSlow-Burn TensionMind-BendingSound-Driven Atmosphere

Crew

Directed by:
Brian Hanson
Written by:
Brian Hanson, Richard Handley, Andy Warrener
Composed by:
Ed Lima

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream The Black String legally?

PrimePhiloHooplaFandango at Home FreeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsMovieSphere+Tubi TVAmazon MX Player

The Black String is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Black String worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 5.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Black String rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Black String?

1 h 30 min

The Black String runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Black String?

Critics83
Audiences49

Not quite. Critics rate The Black String higher (83) than audiences (49). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Black String in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German.

In how many countries can I watch The Black String?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Black String in 103 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.