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The Killers
1956·Movie
·19min·
The Killers fingerprint
Emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Violence6
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
History, crime, and mystery
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumTense
The Killers is tense.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, 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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
The Killers is a 1956 student film by the Soviet and Russian film director Andrei Tarkovsky and his fellow students Marika Beiku and Aleksandr Gordon. The film is based on the short story "The Killers" by Ernest Hemingway, written in 1927. It was Tarkovsky's first film, produced when he was a student at the State Institute of Cinematography.
Student FilmSoviet CinemaErnest Hemingway AdaptationCrime DramaFilm Noir ElementsMelancholyHistorical ContextPsychological Depth
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Questions about The Killers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Killers worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Killers rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Killers?
0 h 19 min
The Killers runs 0 h 19 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Killers?
Critics88
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate The Killers higher (88) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Killers in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
What tropes does The Killers use?
The OnerHow We Got HereNumber TwoDead-Hand ShotFlashbackThe Old ConvictAnachronic OrderThose Two GuysOne Last SmokeCryptic Background ReferenceMorton's ForkIt's All About Meand 40 more
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for The Killers, including The Oner, How We Got Here, Number Two.