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Telefon
1977·Movie
Telefon fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Satire & Parody3
World
History, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Complexity8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Telefon is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
They'll do anything to stop Telefon. The operation that can trigger 51 human time bombs.
Nicolai Dalchimski, a mad KGB agent steals a notebook full of names of "sleeping" undercover KGB agents sent to the U.S. in the 1950's. These agents got their assignments under hypnosis, so they can't remember their missions until they're told a line of a Robert Frost poem. Dalchimski flees to the U.S. and starts phoning these agents who perform sabotage acts against military targets.
Cold War EspionageHypnotic AssassinsRobert Frost CipherKGB ConspiracyTicking Clock ThrillerPolitical IntrigueCat and Mouse GameNostalgic Suspense
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Questions about Telefon
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Is Telefon worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 44%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Telefon rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Telefon?
1 h 42 min
Telefon runs 1 h 42 min.
Is Telefon based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Telefon?
Critics44
Audiences57
Not quite. Audiences rate Telefon higher (57) than critics (44). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Telefon in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Telefon?
19
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What tropes does Telefon use?
Deep Cover AgentFame Through InfamyHitman with a HeartWhen Harry Met SvetlanaClothing CombatRenegade RussianManchurian AgentSickbed SlayingTime Marches OnTreachery Cover-UpDisconnected by DeathConnect the Deathsand 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Telefon, including Deep Cover Agent, Fame Through Infamy, Hitman with a Heart.