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Startup
2014·Movie
Startup fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Catharsis7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
- Cringe Humor2
World
Technology, class and money, and history
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, cathartic, and nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumTechnology, class and money, and history
Its world is built around technology, class and money, and history.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh 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.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
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About
Russia’s answer to U.S. box-office hit “The Social Network”, the movie tells the story of a pair of Moscow students in the mid-90s who create an internet search engine that becomes one of the largest in the world.
Tech Entrepreneurship90s Russian HistorySuccess StoryInternet OriginsAmbitious YouthFounding a StartupBiographical DramaIntellectual RivalrySocio-Economic Themes
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Questions about Startup
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Startup worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Startup rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Startup?
1 h 32 min
Startup runs 1 h 32 min.
Is Startup based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Was Startup a box office hit?
Budget$2 million
Box office$168,604
No. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $168,604 worldwide, 8% of its budget.
What language is Startup in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.