Gold

Name: Gold
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller
Released: 1974-06-08
Duration: 2 h
Cast: Roger Moore, Susannah York, Ray Milland, John Gielgud, Bradford Dillman

1974·Movie

·2h 0min·

MediocreGoodWatch score

5.7

5.7

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Gold fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

Adrenaline7
Tension7
Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Hopefulness6
Catharsis5
Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay3
Dark Humor3
Situational Comedy2

World

Crime

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality5
Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue8
Narrative Structure7
Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography6
Editing6
Music Composition5

Energy

High

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

Gold is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.

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All energy traits

Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Low

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

All heart traits

Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.

Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.

Related traits

Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.

Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

World

Low

Crime

Its world is built around crime.

All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting6Performance craft and presence.
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 Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition5Score and musical identity.

Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.

Related traits

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

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About

Everything they touch turns to pure excitement!

Rod Slater is the newly appointed general manager of the Sonderditch gold mine, but he stumbles across an ingenious plot to flood the mine, by drilling into an underground lake, so the unscrupulous owners can make a killing in the international gold market.

Mining DisasterCorporate ConspiracyTicking ClockGreed and Corruption70s ThrillerSouth AfricaGold RushIntense SuspenseClassic Cinema

Actors

Roger Moore

Rod Slater

Susannah York

Terry Steyner

Ray Milland

Hurry Hirschfeld

John Gielgud

Farrell

Bradford Dillman

Manfred Steyner

Tony Beckley

Stephen Marais

Simon Sabela

Big King

Marc Smith

Tex Kiernan

John Hussey

Plummer

Bernard Horsfall

Dave Kowalski

Norman Coombes

Lemmer

Crew

Directed by:

John Glen, Peter R. Hunt, Joan Davis

Written by:

Wilbur Smith, Wilbur Smith, Stanley Price

Produced by:

Irene Lamb, Michael Klinger, Vicki Deason

Composed by:

Elmer Bernstein, Elmer Bernstein, Elmer Bernstein

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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