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Nightflyers
1987·Movie
Nightflyers fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
- Wonder4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The future, technology, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and mystery
Its world is built around the future, technology, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
Where they're headed isn't the mystery. What's taking them there is.
A scientific group set out on a journey into space to find a magical creature. What they find is a killer computer on the ship they chartered.
Science Fiction HorrorKiller AISpace ExplorationPsychological ThrillerClaustrophobic SettingMystery and SuspenseTechnological ThreatBleak Atmosphere1980s Aesthetic
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Questions about Nightflyers
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Is Nightflyers worth watching?
36
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 4.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Nightflyers rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Nightflyers?
1 h 29 min
Nightflyers runs 1 h 29 min.
What language is Nightflyers in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.