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Instinct
2022·Movie
·4min·
Instinct fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis2
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Instinct is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
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.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A stranded young woman, holding her breath, will need to awaken her instincts to escape man’s cruelty and face the hostility of Nature.
After a diving excursion in the middle of the ocean, Lindsey is viciously sexually assaulted by Bruce, her instructor. She fends him of and they fall overboard into the water. Bruce grabs her and sinks her to the depths of the ocean. In this spiral of violence, she has no way to breathe.
Rape-RevengeOceanic ThrillerPsychological TormentSurvival StoryIntense TensionClaustrophobic AtmosphereViolent ConfrontationContemporary Realism
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Questions about Instinct
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Instinct worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 26% and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Instinct rated?
ViolenceSexual content
Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
How long is Instinct?
0 h 4 min
Instinct runs 0 h 4 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Instinct?
Critics48
Audiences66
Not quite. Audiences rate Instinct higher (66) than critics (48). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Instinct in?
xx
It was made in xx. Produced in France.
What tropes does Instinct use?
Actor AllusionBedlam HouseNature HeroAnimal LoverGoing NativeMy Greatest FailureCrime of Self-DefenseTrailers Always LieSuperior SpeciesHumans Are BastardsBetter with Non-Human CompanyDisappeared Dadand 1 more
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Instinct, including Actor Allusion, Bedlam House, Nature Hero.