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Helios
2015·Movie
Helios fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Satire & Parody3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Complexity9
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Helios is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
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 Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Wanted criminal "Helios" and his assistant stole a quantity of uranium and plan to produce weapons of mass destruction. They are planning to trade with a terrorist organization in Hong Kong. Chief Inspector Lee Yinming and Inspector Fan Kaming lead the Counter Terrorism Response Unit of the Hong Kong Police Force. Along with a Chinese senior official, a physics professor, and two South Korean weapon experts, they hope to defuse a crisis sufficient to destroy the world.
Action ThrillerPolitical IntrigueInternational EspionageCounter-TerrorismHigh StakesComplex PlotHong Kong CinemaFast-PacedSuspensefulCrime Investigation
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Is Helios worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Helios rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Helios?
1 h 58 min
Helios runs 1 h 58 min.
What language is Helios in?
cnChineseKorean
It was made in cn, with some Chinese, Korean. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China, China.
In how many countries can I watch Helios?
11
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What tropes does Helios use?
Elites Are More GlamorousWeapon of Mass DestructionDoes This Remind You of Anything?Evil All AlongArch-EnemyAction PrologueThe InformantRace Against the ClockHostage SituationAnti-HeroRed Shirt ArmyGondor Calls for Aidand 25 more
TV Tropes lists 37 storytelling tropes for Helios, including Elites Are More Glamorous, Weapon of Mass Destruction, Does This Remind You of Anything?.