4.9
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Awake
2021·Movie
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High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
The mind and technology
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality6
- Editing5
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Awake is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowThe mind and technology
Its world is built around the mind and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Disorientation. Hallucinations. Hysteria. Sleep is survival.
After a sudden global event wipes out all electronics and takes away humankind’s ability to sleep, chaos quickly begins to consume the world. Only Jill, an ex-soldier with a troubled past, may hold the key to a cure in the form of her own daughter. The question is, can Jill safely deliver her daughter and save the world before she herself loses her mind.
Dystopian ThrillerPost-ApocalypticPsychological TensionLoss of SleepMother-Daughter RelationshipGlobal CatastropheTechnological BreakdownAction-OrientedDark Atmosphere
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Questions about Awake
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Awake worth watching?
35
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 4.9, Rotten Tomatoes 22%, and Metacritic 35). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Awake rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Awake?
1 h 36 min
Awake runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Awake?
Critics29
Audiences36
Yes. Critics average 29 and audiences 36 out of 100, so both groups see Awake much the same way.
What language is Awake in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Awake?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Awake in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Awake use?
The AlcoholicBroken PedestalStarts with Their FuneralHoney TrapFrom Bad to WorseVillainous BreakdownChekhov's GunAdventures In Coma LandDies Wide OpenToplessness from the BackBig Bad FriendArtistic License – Medicineand 29 more
TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for Awake, including The Alcoholic, Broken Pedestal, Starts with Their Funeral.