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Movie Info

Release Date: July 29, 2005
Runtime: 104 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (13)
Genres:
Drama Thriller Mystery Horror
Budget: $43,000,000
Revenue: $93,983,911
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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38%
Tomatometer
47
47/100
Metacritic
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6.6/10
TMDB
2,252 votes
⭐
6.5/10
IMDb
131,281 votes
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The Skeleton Key

2005

"Unlock the truth, but beware the darkness."

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Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 4/5
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Box Office

Budget: $43,000,000
Revenue: $93,983,911
Profit $50,983,911
ROI +118.6% (2.2x)

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Skeleton Key

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  • The Skeleton Key was primarily filmed in New Orleans, capturing the city's unique architecture and atmospheric settings, which contributed to the film's eerie ambiance.

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  • The film features a significant amount of symbolism tied to voodoo practices, reflecting the cultural heritage of New Orleans, which plays a crucial role in the storyline.

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  • Kate Hudson, who plays the lead role of Caroline Ellis, was not the first choice for the character; the role was initially offered to another actress before Hudson was cast.

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  • During a scene where Caroline is exploring the attic, a reflection of a ghostly figure can be seen briefly in a mirror, serving as a subtle nod to the film's supernatural themes.

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  • In one scene, a character's hand is shown with a significant injury, but later in the film, the same hand appears uninjured, leading to a continuity error.

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  • The haunting musical score of The Skeleton Key was composed by Edward Shearmur, enhancing the film's chilling and suspenseful moments.

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