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Brute Force

1947·Movie
1h 38min

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Violence8

Heart

Cathartic and moving

  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Crime, the mind, and society

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

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Timeworn Joe Collins and his fellow inmates live under the heavy thumb of the sadistic, power-tripping guard Captain Munsey. Only Collins' dreams of escape keep him going, but how can he possibly bust out of Munsey's chains?
Prison NoirBrutal Power StruggleDesperate EscapeSadistic AuthorityViolent RebellionPsychological TensionMoral DecayClaustrophobic AtmosphereCynical Worldview

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Brute Force legally?

Brute Force is included with a subscription to FlixFling, HBO Max, and Artiflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Brute Force worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Brute Force rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Brute Force?

1 h 38 min

Brute Force runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Brute Force?

Critics88
Audiences76

Not quite. Critics rate Brute Force higher (88) than audiences (76). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Brute Force in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Brute Force?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Brute Force in 137 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.