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The Escapees
1981·Movie
·1h 42min·
The Escapees fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos5
- Wonder5
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
- Absurdist Humor8
- Dark Humor6
- Cringe Humor5
World
The mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Ambiguity9
- World Immersion8
- Novelty8
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Escapees is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighThe mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Freedom or death.
On the run from an asylum for the insane, two girls embark on a surreal journey with a group of traveling erotic dancers.
Surreal Erotic DramaCult FilmDreamlike NarrativePsychological ExplorationBizarre Road TripExperimental CinemaVisually ProvocativeAmbiguous StorytellingFrench Exploitation
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Is The Escapees worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Escapees rated?
NuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Escapees?
1 h 42 min
The Escapees runs 1 h 42 min.
What language is The Escapees in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch The Escapees?
2
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