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Ransom
1987·Movie
·1h 30min·
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Crime, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Ransom 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.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening 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
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-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
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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The mountain resort of one the European countries is blocked by the group of terrorists. They threaten to cause the descent of avalanches by directional explosion.
TerrorismAvalanche ThreatMountain ResortHostage SituationPolitical IntrigueHigh TensionFast-Paced ThrillerExplosions
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Questions about Ransom
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ransom worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.5 and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ransom rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Ransom?
1 h 30 min
Ransom runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ransom?
Critics61
Audiences60
Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 60 out of 100, so both groups see Ransom much the same way.
What language is Ransom in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
What tropes does Ransom use?
Phoney CallGodzilla ThresholdVillainous RescueLaser-Guided KarmaVillainous BreakdownSoft GlassCorrupt Corporate ExecutiveLeave No WitnessesNice Job Breaking It, Hero!All Girls Want Bad BoysArmor-Piercing QuestionSelf-Defense Ruseand 55 more
TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for Ransom, including Phoney Call, Godzilla Threshold, Villainous Rescue.