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Breakdown fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Satire & Parody3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Crime, the mind, and history
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Breakdown is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumCrime, the mind, and history
Its world is built around crime, the mind, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Gedeon is a young, ambitious detective. Three women have disappeared and he strongly believes that there’s direct connection between them. All three of them were driving lonely and have disappeared in the same region. After a lenghty discussion Gedeon gets the permission from his boss for going on patrol with his colleague in that area.
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Is Breakdown worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Breakdown rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Breakdown?
1 h 10 min
Breakdown runs 1 h 10 min.
What language is Breakdown in?
Hungarian
It was made in Hungarian. Produced in Hungary.
What tropes does Breakdown use?
Even Evil Has Loved OnesProtected by a ChildEvil GloatingSinister SouthwestHypocriteCool CarSmall-Town TyrantOnly a Flesh WoundGuile HeroThe Alleged CarDamsel in DistressEvil Planand 40 more
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for Breakdown, including Even Evil Has Loved Ones, Protected by a Child, Evil Gloating.