Silo

Name: Silo
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 2021-05-07
Duration: 1 h 17 min
Cast: Jeremy Holm, Jill Paice, Jack DiFalco, Jim Parrack, Chris Ellis

2021·Movie

·1h 17min·NR·

MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

Tension8
Adrenaline7
Fast Pace7

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Pathos7
Catharsis7
Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor3
Wit & Wordplay2
Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and society

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality6
Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue8
Direction7
Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Sound Centrality7
Editing6

Energy

High

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

Silo is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Low

Moving and cathartic

Emotionally, it's moving and cathartic.

All heart traits

Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.

Related traits

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

None

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.

Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life and society

Its world is built around everyday modern life and society.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Craft

High

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Educational5Informative and instructive.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

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About

Feeding The World Comes At A Cost

Disaster strikes in a small American farm town when teenager Cody Rose becomes the victim of a grain entrapment accident. As corn becomes quicksand inside of a 50-foot tall silo, the town locals must put aside their differences to save Cody from drowning in the crop they harvest.

DisasterSmall Town AmericaGrain EntrapmentCommunitySurvivalSiloRural DramaSocial Commentary

Actors

Jeremy Holm

Frank

Jill Paice

Valerie

Jack DiFalco

Cody

Jim Parrack

Junior

Chris Ellis

Mr. Adler

James DeForest Parker

Sutter

Danny Ramirez

Lucha

Daniel R. Hill

Bill

Rebecca Lines

Sheriff Jessica Baxter

Mike Seely

Merrick

Crew

Directed by:

Marshall Josh Burnette

Written by:

Marshall Josh Burnette, Jason Williamson

Produced by:

David Duque-Estrada, Shepherd Ahlers, Samuel Goldberg

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Silo legally?

Silo 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, Pluto TV, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Silo worth watching?

MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 60%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.