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Ransom!
1974·Movie
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Ransom! fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Ransom! is thrilling, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowEveryday modern life, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- 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.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
This Filipino action thriller concerns a crime syndicate which specializes in holding people for ransom. Their most recent foray into crime succeeds in two cases but runs into difficulties when the kidnappers rape the daughter of their latest victim, a doctor. The doctor enlists the help of police Captain Alvaran (Joseph Estrada), who hunts the villains down with the able support of his loving wife.
Filipino Action ThrillerCrime SyndicateKidnappingPolice InvestigationRevengeCorruptionExploitationGritty1970s Cinema
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Questions about Ransom!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ransom! worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ransom! rated?
ViolenceSexual content
Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ransom!?
Critics61
Audiences64
Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 64 out of 100, so both groups see Ransom! much the same way.
What language is Ransom! in?
Filipino
It was made in Filipino. Produced in Philippines.
What tropes does Ransom! use?
Villainous BreakdownChekhov's GunRetired BadassAnd This Is for...Taking You with MeAll Girls Want Bad BoysAbusive ParentsPragmatic VillainyCar Hood SlidingBring My Brown PantsI Have Your WifeNice Job Breaking It, Hero!and 55 more
TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for Ransom!, including Villainous Breakdown, Chekhov's Gun, Retired Badass.