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Spasms
1983·Movie
Spasms fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy3
- Catharsis3
- Wonder3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Absurdist Humor2
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion6
- Novelty5
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Music Composition6
- Cinematography5
Energy
HighTense and scary
Spasms is tense, scary, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
All craft traits
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
You scream, you expand, you explode. A new source of evil is discovered and is out of control.
A gigantic serpent is captured on a remote island and shipped to an American college for experimentation.
Creature FeatureB-Movie HorrorSuspenseful ThrillerGory & ViolentGiant SerpentLaboratory Experiment80s Cult FilmTerrifying MonsterExploitation Cinema
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Questions about Spasms
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Is Spasms worth watching?
34
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 4.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Spasms rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Spasms?
1 h 30 min
Spasms runs 1 h 30 min.
Is Spasms based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Spasms in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.