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First Strike
2009·Movie
·1h 30min·
First Strike fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Technology, the future, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
First Strike is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumTechnology, the future, and the mind
Its world is built around technology, the future, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity 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 Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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YOU CAN'T HIDE..... FROM WHAT YOU CAN'T SEE!
Jordan Tyler has the skill of a Ninja.... with telepathic powers.... He can see the future.... Mankind is at its end.... A fatal airborne flesh-eating virus has been unleashed.... The future can change.... Destiny is calling.... This year, our Enemies strike first.... "First Strike" .... you can hide from what you can't see.
Telepathic NinjaPost-ApocalypticFlesh-Eating VirusDystopian FuturePsychological ThrillerActionSci-FiSurvival
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Questions about First Strike
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is First Strike worth watching?
34
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is First Strike rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is First Strike?
1 h 30 min
First Strike runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is First Strike in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch First Strike?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for First Strike in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does First Strike use?
Acceptable Breaks from RealityBittersweet EndingChuck YeagerCurb-Stomp BattleFighter-Launching SequenceMutually Assured DestructionForeshadowingReporting NameNext Sunday A.D.Crippling OverspecializationSitting DuckNecessary Drawbackand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for First Strike, including Acceptable Breaks from Reality, Bittersweet Ending, Chuck Yeager.