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Port of Call

2015·Movie
1h 38min
84
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Scare6

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Human nature begins where truth ends. Welcome to the murder without a body.

Based on a real murder case where a dismembered corpse of a murdered 16-year-old prostitute girl was found in Hong Kong in 2008.
Crime ThrillerPsychological DramaSocially ConsciousHong Kong NoirBleak RealismCharacter-DrivenMystery & IntrigueMelancholic ToneDisturbing Content

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Port of Call legally?

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Is Port of Call worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Port of Call rated?

ViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Port of Call?

1 h 38 min

Port of Call runs 1 h 38 min.

Is Port of Call based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Port of Call?

Critics100
Audiences70

Not quite. Critics rate Port of Call higher (100) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Port of Call in?

cnChinese

It was made in cn, with some Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.

In how many countries can I watch Port of Call?

6GBGGIEKRTHTW

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Port of Call in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Port of Call use?

Abortion Fallout DramaCaptain ObviousFlashbackInterrupted SuicideThe "I Love You" StigmaKitchen Sink DramaStarts with a Suicide

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Port of Call, including Abortion Fallout Drama, Captain Obvious, Flashback.