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Sole Survivor
1970·Movie
Sole Survivor fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
- Melancholy9
- Pathos8
- Catharsis7
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
The mind, history, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Sole Survivor is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowProfoundly sad and moving
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad, moving, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumThe mind, history, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around the mind, history, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- 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
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
In 1960, the ruins of an American bomber were found in the Libyan desert, but the remains of the crew were never located. In Guerdon Trueblood's teleplay, the ghosts of a bomber crew hang around their derelict plane, awaiting the day that their bones will be recovered and given a decent burial. The sole survivor, navigator Russell Hamner, has in the intervening 25 years become a General. He joins an investigation team that has come across the wreckage, while the ghosts, headed by Major Devlin, plot to expose Hamner as a coward who deserted his post and left his crew mates to die.
Post-War GuiltSupernatural DramaMoral ReckoningGhost StoryPsychological HorrorHistorical ReflectionIntrospectiveRedemption
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Questions about Sole Survivor
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Is Sole Survivor worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sole Survivor rated?
Suicide themes
Content advisories: suicide themes.
How long is Sole Survivor?
1 h 40 min
Sole Survivor runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Sole Survivor in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Sole Survivor use?
Bolivian Army EndingCame Back WrongEvil ElevatorFinal BossMy Car Hates MeOur Zombies Are DifferentThe PollyannaRule of PoolRed Is ViolentThousand-Yard StareWham Shot
TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for Sole Survivor, including Bolivian Army Ending, Came Back Wrong, Evil Elevator.