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Suburb Murder
1992·Movie
·1h 20min·
Suburb Murder fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Cringe Humor1
World
History, crime, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Suburb Murder is brutally violent, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, crime, and a real life story. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits 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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
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 Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In April 1985, two expatriate students Kenneth McBride, age 17, and 18 year-old Nicola Myers were beaten, raped, and murdered by a teenage gang. Based on the true story of Hong Kong's Braemar Hill murders.
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Questions about Suburb Murder
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Is Suburb Murder worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Suburb Murder rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Suburb Murder?
1 h 20 min
Suburb Murder runs 1 h 20 min.
Is Suburb Murder based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Suburb Murder in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.