Inside Job
8.2
Inside Job fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor4
World
Everyday modern life, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout editing and cinematography
- Editing9
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighFast-paced and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Inside Job is fast-paced and tense.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism10Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout editing and cinematography
Look and sound: the editing and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Is Inside Job worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 8.2, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Inside Job rated?
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is Inside Job?
1 h 49 min
Inside Job runs 1 h 49 min.
Is Inside Job based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Inside Job?
Not quite. Critics rate Inside Job higher (93) than audiences (85). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Inside Job a box office hit?
Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $8 million worldwide, 3.9 times its budget.
What language is Inside Job in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Inside Job?
+98GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Inside Job in 112 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Inside Job use?
TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Inside Job, including Call-Back, Documentary, Hookers and Blow.