4.8
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Planet B
2024·Movie
Planet B fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Dark Humor4
World
The future, society, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Planet B is tense, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe future, society, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, society, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Welcome to the first virtual prison
France, 2039. One night, a group of activists who are being pursued by the State vanish without a trace. Julia Bombarth is one of them. When she awakens, she finds herself trapped in an entirely unfamiliar world: PLANET B.
Dystopian Sci-Fi ThrillerEcological CrisisPolitical ConspiracyActivist SurvivalFuturistic FranceTechnological DystopiaSocial CommentaryMystery & IntrigueEnvironmental Themes
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Is Planet B worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Planet B rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Planet B?
1 h 58 min
Planet B runs 1 h 58 min.
What language is Planet B in?
FrenchEnglish
It was made in French, with some English. Produced in Belgium, France.
In how many countries can I watch Planet B?
12
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