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The Enchantress
1983·Movie
·1h 28min·
The Enchantress fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
History, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Enchantress is terrifying, tense, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, 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 Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about The Enchantress
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Enchantress worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Enchantress rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Enchantress?
1 h 28 min
The Enchantress runs 1 h 28 min.
What language is The Enchantress in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
What tropes does The Enchantress use?
The AtonerBoy Meets GhoulCovers Always LieDating What Mommy HatesDeader than DeadDying CurseInvisible StreakerJacob Marley ApparelTroubled Backstory FlashbackStar-Crossed LoversRescue RomanceTogether in Deathand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for The Enchantress, including The Atoner, Boy Meets Ghoul, Covers Always Lie.