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U Turn
2019·Movie
·2h 26min·
U Turn fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Melancholy4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor2
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
U Turn is tense, fast-paced, and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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‘U-Turn’ follows the story of a reporter; Raveena who gets unvoluntary involved in a murder case conducted by the police as she investigates accidents on a flyover.
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Questions about U Turn
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is U Turn worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is U Turn rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is U Turn?
2 h 26 min
U Turn runs 2 h 26 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on U Turn?
Critics54
Audiences69
Not quite. Audiences rate U Turn higher (69) than critics (54). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is U Turn in?
SinhalaEnglish
It was made in Sinhala, with some English. Produced in Sri Lanka.
What tropes does U Turn use?
Interrupted IntimacyWham LineIgnore the FanserviceThe TeaseOld Man Marrying a ChildShower of AngstVillainous IncestDiner BrawlMay–December RomanceParental IncestDisturbed DovesArmor-Piercing Questionand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for U Turn, including Interrupted Intimacy, Wham Line, Ignore the Fanservice.