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WarGames: The Dead Code
2008·Movie
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High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Wonder5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Technology, the future, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighFast-paced and tense
Fast from start to finish.
WarGames: The Dead Code is fast-paced and tense.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumTechnology, the future, and mystery
Its world is built around technology, the future, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Gaming7Video games and game culture.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
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 Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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Computer hacker Will Farmer engages a government super-computer named Ripley in an online terrorist-attack simulation game. Little does Farmer know that Ripley has been designed to appeal to potential terrorists, and certain software glitches have in turn made him become paranoid.
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Questions about WarGames: The Dead Code
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Is WarGames: The Dead Code worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is WarGames: The Dead Code rated?
PG-13
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is WarGames: The Dead Code?
1 h 36 min
WarGames: The Dead Code runs 1 h 36 min.
What language is WarGames: The Dead Code in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch WarGames: The Dead Code?
75
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What tropes does WarGames: The Dead Code use?
Artistic License – MilitaryFailure MontageLogic BombBatman GambitGet Out!Dead Man's SwitchDefcon 5My God, What Have I Done?Reaction Shot555MacGyveringMacGyveringand 182 more
TV Tropes lists 194 storytelling tropes for WarGames: The Dead Code, including Artistic License – Military, Failure Montage, Logic Bomb.