Lockout
3.8
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High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life and the mind
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization6
- Sound Centrality6
- Cinematography5
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowEveryday modern life and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Lockout
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Lockout worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 33/100 (IMDb 3.8 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Lockout rated?
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Lockout?
1 h 31 min
Lockout runs 1 h 31 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Lockout?
Not quite. Critics rate Lockout higher (80) than audiences (47). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Lockout in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Lockout?
+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Lockout in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Lockout use?
TV Tropes lists 97 storytelling tropes for Lockout, including For the Evulz, Don't You Dare Pity Me!, Retired Badass.