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The Platform
2025·Movie
·1h 34min·
The Platform fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Violence6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Dark Humor4
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Society, class and money, and politics
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumSociety, class and money, and politics
Its world is built around society, class and money, and politics.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Stan is a refugee from a country with a dictatorial regime and has been stripped of his citizenship. He is looking for how to continue his life as a refugee in Europe, but since he no longer has citizenship, this turns out to be an impossible task. In a prison for refugees in Bulgaria, he became close to three people - Zvezdichka, Ahmed and Opshan and together they decided to found their own country at sea on an abandoned platform. Arriving at the platform, it turns out that Joanna already lives there, who has escaped from the material world that surrounds us, looking for a solution on how to continue her life.
Refugee CrisisDystopian FutureSocial CommentaryPolitical ThrillerSurvival StoryFound FamilyBleak OutlookPsychological Drama
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Questions about The Platform
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Platform worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 81%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Platform rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Platform?
1 h 34 min
The Platform runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Platform?
Critics81
Audiences63
Not quite. Critics rate The Platform higher (81) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Platform in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Bulgaria.
In how many countries can I watch The Platform?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Platform in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Platform use?
Villainous GluttonUnreliable ExpositorDrunk with PowerAbsurdly Sharp BladeBlade EnthusiastCharacter CatchphraseArtistic License – BiologyBystander SyndromePolitically Incorrect VillainNaïve NewcomerImprovised WeaponEldritch Locationand 58 more
TV Tropes lists 70 storytelling tropes for The Platform, including Villainous Glutton, Unreliable Expositor, Drunk with Power.