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Quarantine
1989·Movie
·1h 32min·
Quarantine fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Melancholic and cathartic
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
- Pathos6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Politics, technology, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Quarantine is nerve-racking, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumPolitics, technology, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around politics, technology, and the future. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
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 Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
In a futuristic society being decimated by plague, a fascist movement seizes power and quarantines not only the plague victims, but anyone related to them. Rebels trying to assassinate a particularly reactionary senator stumble onto a computer programmer trying to track and eradicate the disease.
Dystopian FuturePolitical IntriguePlague OutbreakFascist SocietyRebellionTechnology and HumanitySocial CommentarySuspenseful
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Quarantine worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Quarantine rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Quarantine?
1 h 32 min
Quarantine runs 1 h 32 min.
What language is Quarantine in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does Quarantine use?
Gender SwapMs ExpositionShoot the Shaggy DogGodzilla ThresholdQuarantine with Extreme PrejudiceTitle DropBlack Dude Dies FirstOpen Heart DentistryDead Line NewsCruel and Unusual DeathPoor Communication KillsThrowing Off the Disabilityand 62 more
TV Tropes lists 74 storytelling tropes for Quarantine, including Gender Swap, Ms Exposition, Shoot the Shaggy Dog.