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The Killers
2024·Movie
·1h 59min·
The Killers fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
Humor
Some dark humor and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Physical Comedy5
- Absurdist Humor5
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
The Killers is fast-paced, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and the mind
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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When darkness falls the stories begin
Four master helmers from Korea reload the hitman flick. Vampire sleaze, assassin slapstick, neo-noir, and an avant-garde mind-bender to die (kill) for!
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Questions about The Killers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Killers worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6 and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Killers rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Killers?
1 h 59 min
The Killers runs 1 h 59 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Killers?
Critics88
Audiences64
Not quite. Critics rate The Killers higher (88) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Killers in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.
What tropes does The Killers use?
Betty and VeronicaAdaptation ExpansionTired of RunningMultiple Gunshot DeathOne-Steve LimitDead-Hand ShotConcealment Equals CoverHeroic BystanderHow We Got HereFaux Affably EvilInconsistent SpellingOne Last Smokeand 38 more
TV Tropes lists 50 storytelling tropes for The Killers, including Betty and Veronica, Adaptation Expansion, Tired of Running.