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Shanghai Fortress
2019·Movie
·1h 47min·
Shanghai Fortress fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
- Dark Humor2
World
The future, war, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Narrative Structure6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Shanghai Fortress is fast-paced, spectacular, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowThe future, war, and technology
Its world is built around the future, war, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Set in the future, the city of Shanghai battle to defend itself against an ongoing attack by an alien force that has attacked and laid siege to numerous cities around the globe in it's quest to harvest a hidden energy only found on earth.
Sci-Fi ActionAlien InvasionFuturistic WarfareShanghaiVisual SpectacleTechnological ThreatCity DefenseGlobal CrisisMilitary Action
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Is Shanghai Fortress worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 4.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shanghai Fortress rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Shanghai Fortress?
1 h 47 min
Shanghai Fortress runs 1 h 47 min.
Is Shanghai Fortress based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Was Shanghai Fortress a box office hit?
Budget$30 million
Box office$17 million
No. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $17 million worldwide, 56% of its budget.
What language is Shanghai Fortress in?
ChineseEnglish
It was made in Chinese, with some English. Produced in China.