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The Captives
2024·Movie
·1h 14min·
The Captives fingerprint
Relentless energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Fast Pace9
- Spectacle9
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Wonder4
- Pathos3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
The future and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
Very highPulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
The Captives is pulse-pounding, breakneck, and epic.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumThe future and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
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.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Following 20 years of being at war, a group of aliens instigate a sneak attack on the human race. In the face of this unprecedented disaster, the police stand up to the bugs and beasts to start a life-and-death struggle, sworn to protect their homeland.
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Is The Captives worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 3.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Captives rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Captives?
1 h 14 min
The Captives runs 1 h 14 min.
What language is The Captives in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.