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Independence Day: Resurgence
2016·Movie
·2h 0min·PG-13·
Independence Day: Resurgence fingerprint
Relentless energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Fast Pace9
- Spectacle9
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wonder6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
- Satire & Parody2
World
The future, war, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
Very highPulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
Independence Day: Resurgence is pulse-pounding, breakneck, and epic.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowHopeful
Emotionally, it's hopeful.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumThe future, war, and technology
Its world is built around the future, war, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
We had twenty years to prepare. So did they.
We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protect the planet. But nothing can prepare us for the aliens’ advanced and unprecedented force. Only the ingenuity of a few brave men and women can bring our world back from the brink of extinction.
Alien InvasionSci-Fi ActionGlobal ThreatFuturistic WarfareSpectacle-DrivenFast-PacedEarth DefenseSpecial Effects Heavy
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Questions about Independence Day: Resurgence
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Independence Day: Resurgence worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 5.2, Rotten Tomatoes 29%, and Metacritic 32). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Independence Day: Resurgence rated?
PG-13Violence
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Independence Day: Resurgence?
2 h 0 min
Independence Day: Resurgence runs 2 h 0 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Independence Day: Resurgence?
Critics31
Audiences42
Not quite. Audiences rate Independence Day: Resurgence higher (42) than critics (31). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Independence Day: Resurgence a box office hit?
Budget$165 million
Box office$390 million
Yes. It cost about $165 million to make and earned $390 million worldwide, 2.4 times its budget.
What language is Independence Day: Resurgence in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Independence Day: Resurgence?
91
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What tropes does Independence Day: Resurgence use?
Never Recycle a BuildingBadass FamilyCurb-Stomp BattleMoment KillerSlobs Versus SnobsElites Are More GlamorousImported Alien PhlebotinumTrying Not to CryInvisibility CloakHollywood TacticsForever WarSequel Escalationand 161 more
TV Tropes lists 173 storytelling tropes for Independence Day: Resurgence, including Never Recycle a Building, Badass Family, Curb-Stomp Battle.