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Circle
2010·Movie
·1h 24min·
Circle fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Melancholy3
- Catharsis3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Circle is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and the mind
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
When remorseless killer James Bennett escapes from lockdown in a mental hospital, an FBI agent and a U.S. Marshal track the madman to his hometown, where he plans to slay a group of graduate students studying his case. But to catch their prey, the officers must plumb the mysteries of psychology, Greek mythology and more.
Psychological ThrillerFBI InvestigationEscaped Mental PatientDark and TenseMysteryViolentCharacter StudyCrime
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Questions about Circle
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Circle worth watching?
34
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 3.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Circle rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Circle?
1 h 24 min
Circle runs 1 h 24 min.
What language is Circle in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Circle?
129
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+115GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Circle in 129 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Circle use?
Hair-Trigger TemperPrecision F-StrikeBreak the HaughtyJerk with a Heart of GoldDead Star WalkingBottle EpisodeTogether in DeathThe CorrupterChildren Are InnocentKick the DogFive-Second ForeshadowingWouldn't Hurt a Childand 134 more
TV Tropes lists 146 storytelling tropes for Circle, including Hair-Trigger Temper, Precision F-Strike, Break the Haughty.