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Branded
2012·Movie
Branded fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Wonder5
Humor
Some satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody5
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor4
World
The future, technology, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Branded 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.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and mystery
Its world is built around the future, technology, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- 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 Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Crack the code. Take back your mind.
In a dystopian future, where corporate brands have created a disillusioned population, one man's effort to unlock the truth behind the conspiracy leads to an epic battle with hidden forces that control the world.
Dystopian ConspiracyCorporate ControlMind ControlSocial CommentaryTechnological OppressionRebellion and ResistanceMystery and IntrigueBleak Future
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Questions about Branded
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Branded worth watching?
26
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 27/100 (IMDb 4.6, Rotten Tomatoes 9%, and Metacritic 20). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Branded rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Branded?
1 h 46 min
Branded runs 1 h 46 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Branded?
Critics15
Audiences37
Not quite. Audiences rate Branded higher (37) than critics (15). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Branded in?
RussianFrenchEnglish
It was made in Russian, with some French, English. Produced in Russia.
In how many countries can I watch Branded?
17
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What tropes does Branded use?
Batman GambitBland-Name ProductBlood MagicBody HorrorBolt of Divine RetributionThe Cuckoolander Was RightNo Good Deed Goes UnpunishedFiction 500Shame If Something HappenedMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneImagine SpotLuke, You Are My Fatherand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Branded, including Batman Gambit, Bland-Name Product, Blood Magic.