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Alien Cargo
1999·Movie
Alien Cargo fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
- Tension9
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Nostalgia5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
The future, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Direction6
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Alien Cargo is nerve-racking, thrilling, and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor 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.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe future, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, the mind, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
After eight months of hyper-sleep, when Christopher 'Chris' McNiel (Jason London) and Theta Kaplan (Missy Crider) of a Mars cargo transport ship the Solar System Shipping Vessel No.17 (Triple S-17) awaken, they find out something has gone terribly wrong. They've woken up from hyper-sleep almost ten months past their scheduled time, find the ship's internals badly damaged, off course and almost no fuel. What's more, it's discovered the first shift killed each other. As the plot unfolds, something truly evil is discovered on board - an alien biological life form which can psychologically manipulate humans.
Sci-Fi HorrorPsychological ThrillerSpace SurvivalClaustrophobicAlien ThreatMysteryParanoiaDerelict SpaceshipSuspensefulLate 90s Sci-Fi
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Is Alien Cargo worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Alien Cargo rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Alien Cargo?
1 h 30 min
Alien Cargo runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Alien Cargo in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Alien Cargo use?
Artifact of DeathOh, Crap!2-D SpaceKill It with IceHate PlagueGhost ShipHumans Are the Real MonstersHuman PopsicleSci-Fi Writers Have No Sense of ScaleDiabolus ex MachinaOlder Than They LookInappropriately Close Comradesand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Alien Cargo, including Artifact of Death, Oh, Crap!, 2-D Space.