5.5
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Catharsis5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Spell is tense, scary, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Evil tales have their roots.
A father survives a plane crash in rural Appalachia, but becomes suspicious of the elderly couple who take him in to nurse him back to health with the ancient remedies.
Appalachian FolkloreSupernatural HorrorPlane Crash SurvivalAncient RemediesElderly CoupleRural SettingPsychological ThrillerMystery and SuspenseUnsettling Atmosphere
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Is Spell worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 50%, and Metacritic 38). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Spell rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Spell?
1 h 31 min
Spell runs 1 h 31 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Spell?
Critics44
Audiences56
Not quite. Audiences rate Spell higher (56) than critics (44). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Spell in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in South Africa, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Spell?
83
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+69GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Spell in 83 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.