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The Battle of Mosul
2017·Movie
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Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Brutally violent and nerve-racking
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence10
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Moving
- Pathos8
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Everyday modern life, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion10
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Standout direction and characters
- Direction8
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography, sound design, and editing
- Cinematography9
- Sound Centrality9
- Editing8
Energy
Very highBrutally violent and nerve-racking
Fast from start to finish.
The Battle of Mosul is brutally violent, nerve-racking, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Violence10Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, war, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion10Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction and characters
The direction and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, sound design, and editing
Look and sound: the cinematography, sound design, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In October of 2016 the battle for Mosul, the Islamic State's self-proclaimed capital in northern Iraq, began. With unprecedented access, Bernard-Henri Lévy and his team follow the Kurdish units and the Iraqi special Golden Division. From street to street, they fight together to regain this city of two million inhabitants. Though successful, the hopes of the Kurdish fighters might not always align with those of their allies.
Gritty War DocumentaryUrban Combat ImmersionIslamic State ConflictVisceral Sound DesignHistorical TestimonyTrauma and SurvivalAnti-War SentimentCinematic RealismPolitical TragedyHuman Cost of War
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Is The Battle of Mosul worth watching?
25
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 25/100 (IMDb 2.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Battle of Mosul rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
What language is The Battle of Mosul in?
FrenchKurdish
It was made in French, with some Kurdish. Produced in France.