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Nightbooks
2021·Movie
Nightbooks fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age6
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Everyday modern life, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Nightbooks is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, 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.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Alex, a boy obsessed with scary stories, is trapped by a witch in her modern, magical New York City apartment. His original hair-raising tales are the only thing keeping him safe as he desperately tries to find a way out of this twisted place.
Modern FantasyWitchcraftScary StoriesUrban SettingSuspensefulDark Fairy TaleMagical RealismComing-of-Age
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Questions about Nightbooks
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Nightbooks worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Nightbooks rated?
NRDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Nightbooks?
1 h 41 min
Nightbooks runs 1 h 41 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Nightbooks?
Critics78
Audiences60
Not quite. Critics rate Nightbooks higher (78) than audiences (60). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Nightbooks in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Nightbooks?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Nightbooks in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Nightbooks use?
Kill It with FireNightmare FetishistSequel HookInvasion of the Baby SnatchersUndead ChildPower ParasiteCorrection BaitFantastic FloraUnicornEye ScreamA True Story in My UniverseSlipping a Mickeyand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Nightbooks, including Kill It with Fire, Nightmare Fetishist, Sequel Hook.