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Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Nostalgia6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Plenty of cringe comedy and situational comedy
- Cringe Humor9
- Situational Comedy8
- Dark Humor8
World
History, politics, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and dialogue
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of cringe comedy and situational comedy
Expect plenty of cringe comedy and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor9Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and a real life story. 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.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and dialogue
The performances, direction, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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In October 1930, a group of officers belonging to the Finnish army's top leadership decided, after a night of drinking, to kidnap Finland's retired first president, Ståhlberg. The Finnish people were divided in the aftermath of the civil war, and the political atmosphere was turbulent and tense. However, the kidnapping went wrong right from the start when the incompetent henchmen recruited for the job were forced to take the president's stubborn wife, Ester Ståhlberg, with them.
Historical Political SatireAbsurd Crime ComedyBiographical DramaDark HumorIncompetent Henchmen TropeFinnish Civil War AftermathWitty DialogueSocial CommentaryPeriod Piece
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Is The Kidnapping of a President worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Kidnapping of a President rated?
Strong languageDrug use
Content advisories: strong language and drug use.
How long is The Kidnapping of a President?
1 h 27 min
The Kidnapping of a President runs 1 h 27 min.
Is The Kidnapping of a President based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is The Kidnapping of a President in?
Finnish
It was made in Finnish. Produced in Finland, Czechia, Estonia, Netherlands.