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Area Q.

2012·Movie
1h 40min
46
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Mystery, the mind, and technology

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Character Depth7
  • Complexity7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

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Close encounter sightings

A year after the disappearance of his son, Thomas Mathews, an investigative journalist, still has no information and begins his own obsessive search. However, the obsession has him losing his house and job so his boss sends him on special assignment in Brazil. In Brazil, Mathews investigates close encounter sightings that have taken place in the small cities of Quixada and Quixeramobim-also known as Area Q. While there, he realizes he will face the biggest discovery of his life.
UFO InvestigationParanormal MysteryPersonal ObsessionBrazilian SettingTechnological ElementsAtmospheric TensionCharacter DrivenThought-Provoking ThemesEmotional Journey

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Area Q. legally?

Area Q. is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Troma NOW in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and FlixHouse. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Area Q. worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Area Q.?

1 h 40 min

Area Q. runs 1 h 40 min.

What language is Area Q. in?

Portuguese

It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Brazil, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Area Q.?

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