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Programmed to Kill
1987·Movie
·1h 31min·
Programmed to Kill fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis4
- Melancholy3
- Wonder3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Physical Comedy1
World
The future and technology
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Programmed to Kill is fast-paced, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowThe future and technology
Its world is built around the future and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
She's programmed to kill. He's got every reason to stop her. Neither of them have any choice.
A middle eastern female terrorist is captured by the CIA in Greece, after an attack on a marketplace. Transported back to the USA, the terrorist undergoes an operation where she is transformed into a cybernetic killing machine. Now the CIA have a secret weapon to send back to the Middle East, but how long can they control her?
Cyborg Action80s Sci-FiHigh-Octane ThrillerRevenge PlotExploitation CinemaSynthesized ViolenceTechnological ControlUnleashed WeaponGritty Action
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Is Programmed to Kill worth watching?
35
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Programmed to Kill rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySexual content
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and sexual content.
How long is Programmed to Kill?
1 h 31 min
Programmed to Kill runs 1 h 31 min.
What language is Programmed to Kill in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.