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The 8th Night fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Violence6
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Faith and meaning and fantasy
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The 8th Night is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFaith and meaning and fantasy
Its world is built around faith and meaning and fantasy.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Dark night of the soul.
With prayer beads in one hand and an ax in the other, a monk hunts down a millennia-old spirit that's possessing humans and unleashing hell on Earth.
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Is The 8th Night worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 5.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 71%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The 8th Night rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The 8th Night?
1 h 55 min
The 8th Night runs 1 h 55 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The 8th Night?
Critics71
Audiences46
Not quite. Critics rate The 8th Night higher (71) than audiences (46). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The 8th Night in?
KoreanEnglish
It was made in Korean, with some English. Produced in South Korea.
In how many countries can I watch The 8th Night?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The 8th Night in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.