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Hardware
1990·Movie
Hardware fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Brutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
- Tension8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis4
- Pathos3
- Melancholy3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Satire & Parody4
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Technology, the future, and society
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Hardware is brutally violent, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumTechnology, the future, and society
Its world is built around technology, the future, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Mark 13 is a government-built killing machine programmed with artificial intelligence, able to repair and recharge itself from any energy source. Through a series of coincidences, the cyborg's head ends up in the home of a sculptress as a bizarre Christmas present from her boyfriend. Once inside its new home, the cyborg promptly reconstructs the rest of its body using a variety of household utensils and proceeds to go on a murderous rampage.
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Questions about Hardware
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hardware worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hardware rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How long is Hardware?
1 h 34 min
Hardware runs 1 h 34 min.
Is Hardware based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a comic.
Do critics and audiences agree on Hardware?
Critics42
Audiences54
Not quite. Audiences rate Hardware higher (54) than critics (42). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Hardware a box office hit?
Budget$2 million
Box office$6 million
Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $6 million worldwide, 3.8 times its budget.
What language is Hardware in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Hardware?
8
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What tropes does Hardware use?
Big Damn HeroesSuspiciously Apropos MusicWeaksauce WeaknessActor AllusionPopulation ControlGag PenisWearing a Flag on Your HeadDeterminatorWorld War IIINot Quite DeadWriting Around TrademarksCool, but Inefficientand 37 more
TV Tropes lists 49 storytelling tropes for Hardware, including Big Damn Heroes, Suspiciously Apropos Music, Weaksauce Weakness.