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Incident
2023·Movie
Incident fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Fast Pace6
- Violence6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, politics, and society
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Complexity8
Style
Standout editing
- Editing9
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, 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.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, politics, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, politics, and society. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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How Police React When a Killing Is Caught on Tape
Chicago, 2018. A man is killed by police on the street. Through a composite montage of images from surveillance and security footage as well as police body-cams, Incident recreates the event and its consequences, featuring vain justifications, altercations and attempts to avoid blame. Bill Morrison delivers a chilling political investigation in search of the truth.
Police BrutalitySurveillance FootagePolitical InvestigationChicagoCrime and JusticeTruth-SeekingComposite MontageChillingContemporary RealismEditing-Driven
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Is Incident worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Incident rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Incident?
0 h 30 min
Incident runs 0 h 30 min.
What language is Incident in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.