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Outbreak
2020·Movie
·3min·
Outbreak fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Cringe Humor3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Outbreak is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Outbreak
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Outbreak worth watching?
83
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.3, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Outbreak rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Outbreak?
0 h 3 min
Outbreak runs 0 h 3 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Outbreak?
Critics62
Audiences69
Yes. Critics average 62 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Outbreak much the same way.
What language is Outbreak in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Outbreak use?
Flat "What"The Dog Bites BackOne Dose Fits AllOh, Crap!Belly-Scraping FlightEvil Is Not a ToyStunned SilencePatient ZeroSilly SimianQuarantine FailureLack of EmpathyKindhearted Simpletonand 103 more
TV Tropes lists 115 storytelling tropes for Outbreak, including Flat "What", The Dog Bites Back, One Dose Fits All.