7.5
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Romantic and moving
- Romance8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Crime, history, and everyday modern life
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction9
- Acting9
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout score, cinematography, and editing
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition9
- Cinematography8
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and moving
Emotionally, it's romantic, moving, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, history, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime, history, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality2Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout score, cinematography, and editing
Look and sound: the score, cinematography, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality1Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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'Nobody helps me -- I help them!'
Boisterous gangster kingpin Bull Weed rehabilitates his former lawyer from his alcoholic haze, but complications arise when he falls for Weed's girlfriend.
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Questions about Underworld
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Underworld worth watching?
83
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 90%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Underworld rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Underworld?
1 h 27 min
Underworld runs 1 h 27 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Underworld?
Critics90
Audiences81
Not quite. Critics rate Underworld higher (90) than audiences (81). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Underworld in?
Englishxx
It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Underworld?
139
+125
+125GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Underworld in 139 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Underworld use?
Leave No WitnessesInstitutional ApparelFrame-UpHypocritical HumorCloud CuckoolanderThe Guards Must Be CrazySmoking Is GlamorousEven Evil Has StandardsShoot Out the LockUnresolved Sexual TensionImprobable Aiming SkillsThe Alcoholicand 42 more
TV Tropes lists 54 storytelling tropes for Underworld, including Leave No Witnesses, Institutional Apparel, Frame-Up.