4.5
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Isolation
2011·Movie
·1h 28min·
Isolation fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The mind and everyday modern life
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Isolation is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind and everyday modern life
Its world is built around the mind and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Fear is contagious.
In this eerie hospital chiller, a medical student wakes up in an isolation room, gravely ill with no idea how she got there or how to get out. Trying to make sense of her plight and save herself, she finds the hospital staff distinctly unhelpful.
Psychological ThrillerClaustrophobicMedical MysteryIsolationParanoidSlow BurnSuspensefulUnsettlingIntrigue
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Questions about Isolation
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Isolation worth watching?
44
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4.5 and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Isolation rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Isolation?
1 h 28 min
Isolation runs 1 h 28 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Isolation?
Critics50
Audiences45
Yes. Critics average 50 and audiences 45 out of 100, so both groups see Isolation much the same way.
What language is Isolation in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Isolation use?
Body HorrorNothing Is ScarierFace Full of Alien Wing-WongChest BursterWell-Intentioned ExtremistAttack of the Killer WhateverXenomorph XeroxSuper Not-Drowning SkillsSkeletons in the Coat ClosetExplosive BreederMama Bear
TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for Isolation, including Body Horror, Nothing Is Scarier, Face Full of Alien Wing-Wong.