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Ambush
1999·Movie
Ambush fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Violence7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Nostalgia6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
World
War and history
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Ambush is tense, thrilling, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- 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.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- 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
Whatever happens to you in this war, I will wait for you...
It is the summer of 1941 and the Finnish army has been mobilized along the border with Russia. A platoon led by Lt. Eero Perkola is waiting for orders to go on the offensive. The platoon receives orders for a recon mission through the wilderness around the Lieksa lake to search for possible Russian defensive positions.
Finnish CinemaWorld War IIRecon MissionHistorical DramaWar FilmNordic SettingPsychological WarfareAtmospheric
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Questions about Ambush
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ambush worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ambush rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Ambush?
2 h 3 min
Ambush runs 2 h 3 min.
What language is Ambush in?
Finnish
It was made in Finnish. Produced in Finland.
What tropes does Ambush use?
Walking Shirtless SceneOne-Word TitleI Have Your WifeModesty BedsheetScreaming WomanImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceArrow CatchBooby TrapBound and GaggedThe NamesakeMs. FanserviceNon-Lethal K.O.and 28 more
TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for Ambush, including Walking Shirtless Scene, One-Word Title, I Have Your Wife.