Prey

Name: Prey
Genre: Action, Thriller, Horror
Released: 2024-03-15
Duration: 1 h 26 min
Cast: Ryan Phillippe, Emile Hirsch, Mena Suvari, Dylan Flashner, Tristan Thompson

2024·Movie

·1h 26min·

Thriller

MediocreGoodWatch score

3.7

3.7

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Prey fingerprint

High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

Violence9
Adrenaline8
Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Catharsis6
Pathos5
Wonder5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor3
Wit & Wordplay2
Physical Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality6
Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Direction7
Acting7
Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography

Cinematography8
Editing7
Sound Centrality7

Energy

High

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

Prey is brutally violent, thrilling, and fast-paced.

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All energy traits

Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.

Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare6Frightening moments and scares.

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Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.

Heart

Low

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

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All heart traits

Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.

Related traits

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

None

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

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All humor traits

Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around everyday modern life, war, and politics. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.

Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

High

Standout cinematography

Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.

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All style traits

Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.

Related traits

Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

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A young couple is compelled to leave their Christian missionary station in the Kalahari Desert after being threatened with death by an extremist militant gang. After crashing their aircraft they must battle man and beast for their lives.

Survival ThrillerAfrican SettingExtremismStruggleViolentTenseCinematicIntenseConflict

Actors

Ryan Phillippe

Andrew

Emile Hirsch

Grun

Mena Suvari

Sue

Dylan Flashner

Tyler

Tristan Thompson

Max

Michaela Sasner

Chrissy

Jeremy Tardy

Thabo

Mohamed Hakeemshady

Scar

Theo Bongani Ndyalvane

Crew

Directed by:

Mukunda Michael Dewil, Forrest Snyder, Xibei Hu

Written by:

Mukunda Michael Dewil

Produced by:

Richard Goldberg, Luke Daniels, Nicolas Chartier

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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