Ash
4.6
Ash fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Wonder3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
The future, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout sound design and cinematography
- Sound Centrality9
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Ash is nerve-racking, scary, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe future, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, mystery, and the mind. 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.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout sound design and cinematography
Look and sound: the sound design and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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A new mindbender by Flying Lotus.
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Questions about Ash
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ash worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 4.6, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ash rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Ash?
1 h 35 min
Ash runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ash?
Not quite. Critics rate Ash higher (78) than audiences (52). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Ash in?
It was made in English. Produced in Finland, New Zealand, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Ash?
+83GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ash in 97 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.