Salt
6.5
Salt fingerprint
Relentless energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Fast Pace9
- Tension8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Hopefulness4
- Romance3
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Physical Comedy3
- Situational Comedy0
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
Very highPulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
Salt is pulse-pounding, breakneck, and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
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.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Salt
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Salt worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Salt rated?
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Salt?
1 h 40 min
Salt runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Salt?
Not quite. Critics rate Salt higher (100) than audiences (65). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Salt a box office hit?
Yes. It cost about $110 million to make and earned $293 million worldwide, 2.7 times its budget.
What language is Salt in?
It was made in English, with some Russian, Korean. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Salt?
+104GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Salt in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Salt use?
TV Tropes lists 73 storytelling tropes for Salt, including Tyke-Bomb, Combat Stilettos, The Ace.