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Red River
2011·Movie
·1h 17min·
Red River fingerprint
Relentless energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Terrifying and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Violence9
- Tension8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Cringe Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
Very highTerrifying and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
Red River is terrifying, brutally violent, and tense.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The River Runs Red with the Dead
Set in a small town in the backwoods of Kentucky, RED RIVER tells the tale of Roland Thatcher: a family man, a business man, a man of God...and a man who doesn't take kindly to strangers. When a group of city kids sets up camp on the outskirts of his property, they spark a chain of events culminating in bloodshed, dismemberment and mass murder. As a local, fledgling reporter inches closer to the Thatcher property, the shocking truth about Roland and his 'family' may finally emerge...
Backwoods HorrorSmall Town CrimeFamily SecretsBloodshed and MurderPsychological ThrillerDisturbing ContentKentucky SettingDark & Bleak
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Questions about Red River
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Red River worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 2.4, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 96). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Red River rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Red River?
1 h 17 min
Red River runs 1 h 17 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Red River?
Critics98
Audiences62
Not quite. Critics rate Red River higher (98) than audiences (62). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Red River in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Red River use?
Camp CookJust a Flesh WoundCharacter TicsYou No Take CandleMajor Injury UnderreactionSuck Out the PoisonUncertain DoomSweet ToothAdaptation Title ChangeA Taste of the LashCattle BaronBig Badand 38 more
TV Tropes lists 50 storytelling tropes for Red River, including Camp Cook, Just a Flesh Wound, Character Tics.