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The Night Comes For Us
2018·Movie
The Night Comes For Us fingerprint
Relentless energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline10
- Violence10
- Fast Pace9
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos4
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Physical Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Crime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing9
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
Very highPulse-pounding and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
The Night Comes For Us is pulse-pounding, brutally violent, and breakneck.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline10High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence10Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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In search of salvation, he'll make the city rain blood.
After sparing a girl's life during a massacre, an elite Triad assassin is targeted by an onslaught of murderous gangsters.
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Questions about The Night Comes For Us
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Is The Night Comes For Us worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Night Comes For Us rated?
NC-17ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
It's rated NC-17 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How long is The Night Comes For Us?
2 h 1 min
The Night Comes For Us runs 2 h 1 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Night Comes For Us?
Critics81
Audiences74
Yes. Critics average 81 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see The Night Comes For Us much the same way.
What language is The Night Comes For Us in?
IndonesianChineseEnglishFrench
It was made in Indonesian, with some Chinese, English, French. Produced in Indonesia, United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Night Comes For Us?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Night Comes For Us in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Night Comes For Us use?
The HeavyKnife FightPsycho Knife NutAx-CrazyGutted Like a FishBait-and-SwitchLaser SightBadass BoastMauve ShirtImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceStealth Hi/ByeRasputinian Deathand 88 more
TV Tropes lists 100 storytelling tropes for The Night Comes For Us, including The Heavy, Knife Fight, Psycho Knife Nut.