5.7
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Assassination
1967·Movie
·1h 35min·
Assassination fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Physical Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
World
Politics, history, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Assassination is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumPolitics, history, and mystery
Its world is built around politics, history, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-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
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
John Chandler is sentenced to death only to re-emerge as his own brother, courtesy of the CIA who have arranged the subterfuge so they can use him as a double agent.
Classic Spy ThrillerCold War IntrigueIdentity DeceptionEspionage ActionDouble Agent PlotCIA OperationsPsychological SuspenseGovernment ConspiracyFast-Paced Narrative
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Questions about Assassination
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Assassination worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.7 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Assassination rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Assassination?
1 h 35 min
Assassination runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Assassination?
Critics80
Audiences63
Not quite. Critics rate Assassination higher (80) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Assassination in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.
In how many countries can I watch Assassination?
9
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Assassination in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Assassination use?
Karmic DeathRoof HoppingCall-ForwardHiding Behind the Language BarrierDisproportionate RetributionBittersweet EndingIdentical Twin MistakeTo Absent FriendsHistorical Domain CharacterTwin SwitchSeparated at BirthDriven to Suicideand 21 more
TV Tropes lists 33 storytelling tropes for Assassination, including Karmic Death, Roof Hopping, Call-Forward.