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Hostage
2024·Movie
·1h 26min·
Hostage fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis4
- Pathos3
- Melancholy3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Hostage is tense, thrilling, and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
When two amateur drug dealers, Jeremy and Will sell to a buyer that screws them out of $10,000 they decide to kidnap his girlfriend that unbeknownst to them is possessed by a demon, Arooka, looking to bring on Armageddon.
Demonic PossessionKidnapping ThrillerAmateur CriminalsHorror ComedyDark HumorSupernatural ElementsCrime Gone WrongHigh TensionContemporary Setting
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Questions about Hostage
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hostage worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 4.2 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hostage rated?
ViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Hostage?
1 h 26 min
Hostage runs 1 h 26 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Hostage?
Critics80
Audiences42
Not quite. Critics rate Hostage higher (80) than audiences (42). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Hostage in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Hostage use?
Bittersweet EndingHeel–Face Door-SlamJerkass Has a PointDirty CowardNo Name GivenDisc-One Final BossThe DragonFaux Affably EvilBratty Teenage DaughterExperienced ProtagonistThe HeavyEvil Versus Eviland 47 more
TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for Hostage, including Bittersweet Ending, Heel–Face Door-Slam, Jerkass Has a Point.