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The Wolves
1983·Movie
·1h 53min·
The Wolves fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Moving and cathartic
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
- Melancholy6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy0
World
Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
The Wolves is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and cathartic
Emotionally, it's moving and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- 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.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime10Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout performances and storytelling
The performances and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
wolves
Naji, Makram, and Ezzat are three friends who know Saber Abdel Sadiq. The wealthy businessman admires Naji's intelligence and employs him. Naji agrees despite his knowledge that Saber runs suspicious businesses, while Makram, the journalist, launches a press campaign attacking Saber and accusing him of a major corruption case, in which the driver (Ezzat) testifies against him, and Saber kills him. Naji's conscience wakes up and tries to help Hind, Ezzat's sister Reveal the killer.
Crime ThrillerCorruption DramaWhodunit MysteryMoral AwakeningFriendship & BetrayalJustice SeekingIntense & GrippingSocial CritiqueEgyptian Cinema
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Wolves worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (Metacritic 37). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Wolves rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Wolves?
1 h 53 min
The Wolves runs 1 h 53 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Wolves?
Critics37
Audiences59
Not quite. Audiences rate The Wolves higher (59) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was The Wolves a box office hit?
Budget$50,000
Box office$10 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $50,000 to make and earned $10 million worldwide, 200.0 times its budget.
What language is The Wolves in?
Arabic
It was made in Arabic.