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The Beasts
1980·Movie
·1h 30min·
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Relentless energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Violence9
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life and crime
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
Very highPulse-pounding and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
The Beasts is pulse-pounding, brutally violent, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowEveryday modern life and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A father seeks revenge from a gang of thugs who raped his daughter and murdered his son.
Revenge ThrillerExploitationGrindhouseVigilante JusticeRape-RevengeViolentBleakAsian Cinema
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Beasts worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 99%, and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Beasts rated?
ViolenceSexual content
Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
How long is The Beasts?
1 h 30 min
The Beasts runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Beasts?
Critics92
Audiences74
Not quite. Critics rate The Beasts higher (92) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Beasts in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.