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For Hire
1997·Movie
·1h 36min·R·
For Hire fingerprint
High energy, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
- World Immersion5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
For Hire is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and the mind
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Every Man Has His Price
Chicago cabbie Mitch Lawrence is a man whose dreams are starting to fade. His only shining light is his loving and pregnant wife. When one of his clients, author Lou Webber offers him money to eliminate a drug dealer who is stalking him, Mitch refuses. Days later, Mitch is diagnosed with inoperable stomach cancer. He reconsiders Lou's offer, and for the sake of his wife and baby, eliminates the threat. But after that night, everything changes, Mitch's stomach pains disappear. The Drug dealer suddenly resurfaces in a crowd. Then events conspire to drag Mitch deeper into a game that proves that at the right price any man is for hire.
Neo-Noir ThrillerMoral DilemmaExistential CrisisCrime and RedemptionDesperate MeasuresDark and GrittyCharacter-DrivenMoral Ambiguity
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Is For Hire worth watching?
33
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 5.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is For Hire rated?
RViolenceStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is For Hire?
1 h 36 min
For Hire runs 1 h 36 min.
What language is For Hire in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.