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The Devil’s Box
1984·Movie
·1h 28min·
The Devil’s Box fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Fantasy, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Devil’s Box is terrifying, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, 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.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
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.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual 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 Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Director Tong orders a box to be moved during a shoot. His only thought was move a mound of snow to make the scene look a little better. His crew warn him it's a devil's box, but move it anyway. The first guy to pick up the box dies shortly after, having accidentally fallen off a roof. Tong's work declines, as does his health. He is diagnosed with a brain tumor, and begins to be pursued by… something evil.
Hong Kong HorrorSupernatural ThrillerFilm Industry CurseEvil BoxOn-Set TragedyPsychological HorrorSpiritual PossessionBleak AtmosphereMystery & Intrigue
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Questions about The Devil’s Box
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Is The Devil’s Box worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Devil’s Box rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Devil’s Box?
1 h 28 min
The Devil’s Box runs 1 h 28 min.
What language is The Devil’s Box in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.