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Incontrol
2017·Movie
·1h 22min·
Incontrol fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age6
- Wonder6
- Romance5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Technology, the mind, and the future
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumTechnology, the mind, and the future
Its world is built around technology, the mind, and the future. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Incontrol follows a group of university students who discover a device that allows them to take control of others, and experience the world through someone else. As they push the machine's abilities to its limits, they begin to question the device itself.
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Questions about Incontrol
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Incontrol worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 4.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Incontrol rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Incontrol?
1 h 22 min
Incontrol runs 1 h 22 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Incontrol?
Critics80
Audiences55
Not quite. Critics rate Incontrol higher (80) than audiences (55). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Incontrol in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Incontrol?
13
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Incontrol in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Incontrol use?
Bittersweet EndingBody SnatcherFalse FriendFlashbackGender BenderGrand Theft MeThe HedonistInfodumpNew Ability AddictionIt Was There the Whole TimeSole SurvivorIn Medias Resand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Incontrol, including Bittersweet Ending, Body Snatcher, False Friend.