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Contingency
2024·Movie
·16min·
Contingency fingerprint
High energy, strong craft.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody5
- Dark Humor5
World
History, politics, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Complexity8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Contingency is tense and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and crime. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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A RACE AGAINST TIME TO CHANGE HISTORY
Shortly after the assassination of John F. Kennedy, writer Rob Sterling is tasked by the CIA to write a cover story for the assassination within one week. If he fails, he dies. Will the pen prove mightier than the sword?
Post-JFK ConspiracyHigh-Stakes ThrillerPolitical IntrigueCharacter Under PressureHistorical FictionMoral DilemmaTense AtmosphereCold War Era
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What is Contingency rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Contingency?
0 h 16 min
Contingency runs 0 h 16 min.
What language is Contingency in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Netherlands.