MEAD

Name: MEAD
Genre: Science Fiction
Released: 2022-08-10
Duration: 1 h 45 min
Cast: Robert Picardo, Patton Oswalt, Patrick Warburton

2022·Movie

·1h 45min·

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MEAD fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

Adrenaline7
Tension7
Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Wonder5
Pathos4
Melancholy4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Absurdist Humor4
Cringe Humor3
Dark Humor3

World

The future and technology

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality6
Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue7
Complexity7
Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

Editing7
Cinematography6
Music Composition6

Energy

High

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

MEAD is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.

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All energy traits

Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

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Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Low

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

All heart traits

Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.

Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.

Related traits

Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.

Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.

Related traits

Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.

World

Medium

The future and technology

Its world is built around the future and technology.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting6Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.

Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

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About

In a galaxy where illusion is a weapon.

A fugitive starship (MEAD) and a lone passenger (Friz) evade earth forces utilizing their ability to project the passengers' thoughts creating illusions that fool pursuers. But tech is being developed to thwart the outlaws.

Sci-Fi ThrillerTelepathic PursuitFugitive StarshipIllusion WarfareDystopian FutureMind ProjectionCat and MouseTechnological Arms RaceThought-Provoking Themes

Actors

Robert Picardo

Admiral Gillette

Patton Oswalt

MEAD (voice)

Patrick Warburton

Timmy the Wunderbot (voice)

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Sequels and Prequels

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