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Hooked on the Game
2009·Movie
·1h 37min·
Hooked on the Game fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Games, everyday modern life, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Hooked on the Game is thrilling, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumGames, everyday modern life, and technology
Its world is built around games, everyday modern life, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Gaming10Video games and game culture.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
After a stunning victory at a cyber sport tournament, the winning gamers are awarded CDs with a brand new game. After playing this game, each of them is affected with some force, turning their gaming abilities into real ones. They each become the best fighters, shooters and racers in real life. However, this does not go unnoticed. Through blackmail, cheating and bribes, authorities offer the gamers a "job". But as soon as the lies are revealed it becomes clear that they are not heroes saving their country but nothing more than paid assassins. Moreover, the producer of the game is keeping many more of the same CDs, so many more "heroes" like themselves could also be produced. Now the gamers have to find the CDs and either destroy them or create an army of gamers and rule over all. The team becomes divided into two, each pitted against the other
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Is Hooked on the Game worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hooked on the Game rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Hooked on the Game?
1 h 37 min
Hooked on the Game runs 1 h 37 min.
Was Hooked on the Game a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$4 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 1.1 times its budget.
What language is Hooked on the Game in?
RussianFrench
It was made in Russian, with some French. Produced in Russia.