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Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin
1976·Movie
85
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Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Nostalgic and hopeful
- Nostalgia9
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The future, mystery, and politics
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
- Music Centrality6
Energy
MediumTense
Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin is tense.
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.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumThe future, mystery, and politics
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the future, mystery, and politics. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
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.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Summoned back to Gallifrey, the Doctor is framed for the assassination of the Time Lord President. To prove his innocence, he must stand for election himself, uncover the traitor in the Time Lord High Council, fight a hooded killer in a nightmare cyberspace world of his enemy's devising and battle against an old foe now out to destroy the Time Lords: The Master.
Classic Sci-Fi MysteryTime Lord LorePolitical IntrigueFramed ProtagonistVirtual Reality ActionIconic Villain70s Doctor WhoConspiracy ThrillerGallifreyan Politics
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Is Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin worth watching?
85
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin?
1 h 40 min
Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.