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Emergency!
1972·Movie
·1h 40min·
Emergency! fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life and history
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Emergency! is thrilling and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWholesome and hopeful
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and history
Its world is built around everyday modern life and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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The pilot movie to the hit series about Los Angeles paramedics and their interaction with the fire department and hospital system.
Emergency ServicesProcedural DramaMedical Focus1970s SettingAction-OrientedNostalgicCharacter-DrivenFirefightersParamedics
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Is Emergency! worth watching?
83
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Emergency!?
1 h 40 min
Emergency! runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Emergency!?
Critics100
Audiences73
Not quite. Critics rate Emergency! higher (100) than audiences (73). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Emergency! in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Emergency! use?
Fiendish FraternityBittersweet EndingScrew This, I'm Outta Here!Being Good SucksExtremely Short Time SpanJerkass Has a PointIntimidating White PresenceComedic Work, Serious SceneSimple Solution Won't WorkElite School Means Elite BrainVomit Indiscretion ShotThe Whitest Black Guyand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Emergency!, including Fiendish Fraternity, Bittersweet Ending, Screw This, I'm Outta Here!.