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Ambush
1973·Movie
·1h 37min·
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High energy, no humor.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Cathartic
- Catharsis7
- Hopefulness6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
- Situational Comedy0
World
History, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Ambush is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowCathartic
Emotionally, it's cathartic.
All heart traits
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, 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.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
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.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
An officer of the law and his father are framed for a robbery they did not commit. With only his father's sword at the scene and the man nowhere to be found the officer flees in order to discover who really stole the jewels so that he may clear the family name.
Martial Arts ActionWuxia MysteryFramed HeroSwordplay AdventureHistorical ThrillerQuest for JusticeFamily HonorEastern CinemaVengeful Pursuit
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Questions about Ambush
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ambush worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ambush rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Ambush?
1 h 37 min
Ambush runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ambush?
Critics70
Audiences64
Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 64 out of 100, so both groups see Ambush much the same way.
What language is Ambush in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
What tropes does Ambush use?
Serrated Blade of PainImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceBound and GaggedThe NamesakeHe Knows Too MuchNon-Lethal K.O.Chairman of the BrawlFaking the DeadSword FightUnpleasant Parent RevealTake It to the BridgeJump Scareand 28 more
TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for Ambush, including Serrated Blade of Pain, Impaled with Extreme Prejudice, Bound and Gagged.