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Checkmate
1994·Movie
·1h 47min·
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor2
- Satire & Parody1
World
Politics, crime, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Checkmate is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- 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 Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumPolitics, crime, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around politics, crime, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics10Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- 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.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-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
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
During a visit to another country, a coup d'état occurs against a state ruler. Meanwhile, a girl gets to know him in order to avenge her father's death. He decides to return to his homeland to face the coup makers and the people. As he heads to the airport, his car explodes.
Political ThrillerRevenge DramaHigh StakesCoup D'étatBetrayalTragic EndingIntense NarrativePower StrugglesDramatic TensionAssassination Plot
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Is Checkmate worth watching?
25
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 25/100 (Metacritic 25). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Checkmate rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Checkmate?
1 h 47 min
Checkmate runs 1 h 47 min.
What language is Checkmate in?
Arabic
It was made in Arabic. Produced in Canada, Tunisia.