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Something Evil
1972·Movie
·1h 13min·
Something Evil fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
The mind, mystery, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Something Evil is nerve-racking and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, mystery, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around the mind, mystery, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A young couple moves into a farmhouse in rural Pennsylvania. What they don't know is that there is an unseen presence in the house, and that it wants to take possession of the wife.
Supernatural HorrorPossessionPsychological ThrillerRural SettingCreepy AtmosphereUnseen PresenceFamily in PerilClassic Horror1970s Horror
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Is Something Evil worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Something Evil rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Something Evil?
1 h 13 min
Something Evil runs 1 h 13 min.
What language is Something Evil in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.