Risk

Name: Risk
Genre: Documentary, Crime
Released: 2017-05-05
Duration: 1 h 31 min
Cast: Julian Assange, Sarah Harrison, Jacob Appelbaum, Joseph Farrell, Renata Avila

2017·Movie

·1h 31min·NR·

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Risk fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension8
Adrenaline6
Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Melancholy6
Pathos4
Catharsis3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Satire & Parody4
Wit & Wordplay3
Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, politics, and a real life story

Dialogue Centrality8
Ambiguity8
World Immersion7

Craft

Standout characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

Complexity9
Character Depth8
Intrigue8

Style

Standout editing

Editing8
Cinematography7
Music Composition6

Energy

High

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Risk is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

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Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

None

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

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All heart traits

Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Related traits

Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, politics, and a real life story

Its world is built around everyday modern life, politics, and a real life story. It leaves some questions open.

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All world traits

Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.

Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Biographical9Lives of notable figures.

Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Craft

High

Standout characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

The characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.

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All craft traits

Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.

Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Educational7Informative and instructive.
Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.

Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

Medium

Standout editing

Look and sound: the editing stand out.

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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 Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.

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About

How much of your own life are you willing to risk

Capturing the story of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange with unprecedented access, director Laura Poitras finds herself caught between the motives and contradictions of Assange and his inner circle in a documentary portrait of power, betrayal, truth and sacrifice.

WikiLeaks DocumentaryJulian AssangePolitical IntriguePower and BetrayalTruth vs. SacrificeComplex Ethical DilemmasSlow-Burn SuspenseSocial Commentary

Actors

Julian Assange

Self

Sarah Harrison

Self

Jennifer Robinson

Self - Lawyer

Laura Poitras

Self (voice)

Amal Clooney

Self

Hillary Clinton

Self (archive footage)

Daniel Ellsberg

Self

Anderson Cooper

Self (archive sound)

Lady Gaga

Self

Amy Goodman

Self

Kristinn Hrafnsson

Self

Gavin MacFadyen

Self

Chelsea Manning

Self (archive footage)

Vaughan Smith

Self

Edward Snowden

Self

Barack Obama

Self (archive sound)

Adam Schiff

Self (archive footage)

Slavoj Žižek

Self

Donald Trump

Self (archive footage)

Crew

Directed by:

Laura Poitras

Produced by:

Laura Poitras, Sam Esmail, Yoni Golijov

Composed by:

Laura Poitras, Jeremy Flower, Farihah Zaman

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Where can I stream Risk legally?

Risk is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Risk worth watching?

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 80%, and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.