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In Search of Darkness

2019Movie4 h 24 min

DocumentaryHorror
90
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.0Rotten Tomatoes100%89%

A nostalgic, campy documentary movie about show business and history.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

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Not for laughs, big ideas or brutality.

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Story

A Journey Into Iconic '80s Horror

An exploration of '80s horror movies through the perspective of the actors, directors, producers and SFX craftspeople who made them, and their impact on contemporary cinema.

Feels like

  • Horror Documentary
  • Nostalgic Deep Dive
  • Behind-the-Scenes
  • SFX Appreciation
  • Cult Cinema History
  • Fan Service
  • Interview-Heavy
  • Era-Specific Analysis
  • Genre Celebration

Cast

24 of 40

Crew

Directed by
David A. Weiner
Written by
David A. Weiner
Produced by
David A. Weiner, Andrew Hawkins, Matthew Yamamoto
Music by
Weary Pines

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

May 1, 2019 · 4 h 24 min · Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery

Released
May 1, 2019
Runtime
4 h 24 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary, Horror
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
9 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream In Search of Darkness?"

Questions about In Search of Darkness

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is In Search of Darkness worth watching?

90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90 (IMDb 8 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (85).

Will In Search of Darkness scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

Not much for a horror movie: scares are rated 4 of 10 and tension 3.

Is In Search of Darkness plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on dialogue centrality (9 of 10) and character depth (5 of 10) more than on its plot.