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Halo: Nightfall
2014·Movie
·1h 59min·PG-13·
Halo: Nightfall fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Games, the future, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Halo: Nightfall is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- 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.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA 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.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumGames, the future, and mystery
Its world is built around games, the future, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Gaming8Video games and game culture.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Survival Is A Choice
Set between the events of Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians… Halo: Nightfall tells the dramatic story of legendary man hunter and Naval Intelligence Officer Jameson Locke and his team as they are caught in a horrific biological attack while investigating terrorist activity on the distant colony world of Sedra. As they unravel a plot that draws them to an ancient, hellish artifact, they will be forced to fight for their survival, question everything and ultimately choose between their loyalty and their lives.
Sci-FiActionMilitaryHalo UniverseMysteryBiological ThreatTeamworkSurvivalVideo Game Adaptation
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Questions about Halo: Nightfall
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Halo: Nightfall worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Halo: Nightfall rated?
PG-13Violence
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Halo: Nightfall?
1 h 59 min
Halo: Nightfall runs 1 h 59 min.
Is Halo: Nightfall based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a video game.
What language is Halo: Nightfall in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Halo: Nightfall?
51
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+37GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Halo: Nightfall in 51 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Halo: Nightfall use?
Elites Are More GlamorousBald of AuthorityAsshole VictimReasonable Authority FigureJack Bauer Interrogation TechniqueRemember the New Guy?Cunning LinguistHumanoid AbominationForegone ConclusionOutgrown Such Silly SuperstitionsAll There in the ManualLast Standand 23 more
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Halo: Nightfall, including Elites Are More Glamorous, Bald of Authority, Asshole Victim.