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Firestarter
2022·Movie
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High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics8
- Coming of Age7
- Pathos5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Family and growing up
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Firestarter is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about family and growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- 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.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowFamily and growing up
Its world is built around family and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- 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
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Never play with fire.
For more than a decade, parents Andy and Vicky have been on the run, desperate to hide their daughter Charlie from a shadowy federal agency that wants to harness her unprecedented gift for creating fire into a weapon of mass destruction. Andy has taught Charlie how to defuse her power, which is triggered by anger or pain. But as Charlie turns 11, the fire becomes harder and harder to control. After an incident reveals the family's location, a mysterious operative is deployed to hunt down the family and seize Charlie once and for all. Charlie has other plans.
Sci-Fi ThrillerSupernatural AbilitiesFamily on the RunGovernment ConspiracyIntense ActionComing-of-AgePower & ControlRemake
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Questions about Firestarter
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Firestarter worth watching?
30
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 31/100 (IMDb 4.6, Rotten Tomatoes 10%, and Metacritic 32). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Firestarter rated?
15ViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated 15 in United Kingdom. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Firestarter?
1 h 34 min
Firestarter runs 1 h 34 min.
Is Firestarter based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Firestarter?
Critics21
Audiences36
Not quite. Audiences rate Firestarter higher (36) than critics (21). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Firestarter a box office hit?
Budget$12 million
Box office$15 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $12 million to make and earned $15 million worldwide, 1.3 times its budget.
What language is Firestarter in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Firestarter?
88
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+74GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Firestarter in 88 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Firestarter use?
RetconDramatic WindGory Discretion ShotRoaring Rampage of RevengeAdaptation Dye-JobPsychic NosebleedShooting SupermanComposite CharacterFaux Affably EvilDo Not Call Me "Paul"Dramatic Chase OpeningAll Girls Like Poniesand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Firestarter, including Retcon, Dramatic Wind, Gory Discretion Shot.