Pulse

2021·Movie
1h 40min
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Metacritic639.1Rotten Tomatoes11%27%

Where to watch

PrimeKanopy

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Pulse fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Tension5

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Sports, everyday modern life, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

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About

Live. Dream. Overcome.

As a result of a terrible car accident, young Ukrainian athlete Oksana Boturchuk suffers several serious injuries, almost losing her eyesight. However, after long rehabilitation and a returning to incredible training, she is able to conquer a gold medal at the Paralympic Games in Beijing.
Inspirational Sports DramaParalympic TriumphBiographical StoryOvercoming AdversityEmotional ResilienceFeel-Good MovieMotivatingUpliftingContemporary Setting

Crew

Directed by:
Serhii Chebotarenko
Written by:
Yaroslav Voytseshek, Maksym Chernysh
Produced by:
Yehor Olesov

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Pulse

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Pulse legally?

PrimeKanopy

Pulse is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Pulse worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 11%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Pulse?

1 h 40 min

Pulse runs 1 h 40 min.

Is Pulse based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Pulse?

Critics37
Audiences63

Not quite. Audiences rate Pulse higher (63) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Pulse in?

Ukrainian

It was made in Ukrainian. Produced in Ukraine.

In how many countries can I watch Pulse?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pulse in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Pulse use?

Inscrutable AliensTrash the SetHanging by the FingersTruth in TelevisionEye ScreamExplosive OverclockingFailsafe Failure

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Pulse, including Inscrutable Aliens, Trash the Set, Hanging by the Fingers.

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