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Sleepers
1991·Movie
·3h 40min·
Sleepers fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Violence7
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody3
World
Politics, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, storytelling, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Sleepers is tense, thrilling, and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumPolitics, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around politics, history, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, storytelling, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, storytelling, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Amidst the thaw of glasnost, the Kremlin discovers that two Soviet agents, sent to England under deep cover in 1965, have been “lost.” A beautiful and ambitious Russian agent, sent to London to track them down, becomes embroiled in a tangle of CIA, KGB and MI-5 plots and counterplots as the two lost agents, now utterly assimilated, try to avoid detection.
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Questions about Sleepers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sleepers worth watching?
83
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.3 and Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sleepers rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Sleepers?
3 h 40 min
Sleepers runs 3 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sleepers?
Critics90
Audiences82
Not quite. Critics rate Sleepers higher (90) than audiences (82). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Sleepers in?
EnglishRussian
It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Sleepers use?
Title DropMultiple Gunshot DeathClear Their NamePyrrhic VictoryFoilFree-Range ChildrenAbusive ParentsDomestic AbuseBlack-and-Gray MoralityWrong Side of the TracksOne-Word TitleSmurfette Principleand 98 more
TV Tropes lists 110 storytelling tropes for Sleepers, including Title Drop, Multiple Gunshot Death, Clear Their Name.