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Payback: Straight Up
2006·Movie
·1h 30min·NR·
Payback: Straight Up fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
Humor
Some sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Dark Humor5
- Physical Comedy1
World
Crime and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography and editing
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Payback: Straight Up is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumCrime and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime 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 Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and editing
Look and sound: the cinematography and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
He's back with a vengeance.
Porter is shot by his wife and best friend and is left to die. When he survives he plots revenge.
Neo-Noir ThrillerGritty RevengeHard-Boiled CrimeStylized ViolenceAnti-Hero ProtagonistBetrayal PlotBleak Urban LandscapeFast-Paced ActionDirector's Cut
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Is Payback: Straight Up worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Payback: Straight Up rated?
NRViolenceStrong languageSexual contentDrug useDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, sexual content, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Payback: Straight Up?
1 h 30 min
Payback: Straight Up runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Payback: Straight Up in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.