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Yakshi
1968·Movie
·2h 20min·
Yakshi fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Scary and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Romance6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The mind, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Yakshi is scary and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor 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
MediumThe mind, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, fantasy, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Sreenivasan gets disfigured in a laboratory accident and is shunned by people once close to him. He marries Ragini, a beautiful woman, but has doubts that she is a demigoddess.
Malayalam CinemaPsychological HorrorFantasyMelancholyPost-Accident TraumaUnreliable NarratorDoubt and DelusionSpiritual ElementsIntriguing Mystery
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Is Yakshi worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Yakshi rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Yakshi?
2 h 20 min
Yakshi runs 2 h 20 min.
What language is Yakshi in?
Malayalam
It was made in Malayalam. Produced in India.