Hold

Name: Hold
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Released: 2009-05-31
Duration: 1 h 25 min
Cast: Robby Storey, Stephanie Rhodes, Jodie Moore, Andrew Sensenig, Jeri Smith

2009·Movie

·1h 25min·

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Emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension8
Adrenaline5
Violence4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Melancholy6
Pathos4
Family Dynamics4

Humor

Some cringe comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

Cringe Humor5
Dark Humor3
Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime

World Immersion6
Dialogue Centrality6
Ambiguity6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Direction7
Acting7
Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Sound Centrality7
Editing6

Energy

Medium

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Hold is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.

Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

None

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

All heart traits

Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.

Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Related traits

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Low

Some cringe comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some cringe comedy.

All humor traits

Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.

Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime

Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and crime.

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All world traits

World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.

Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

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.

Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
Music Centrality2Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

HOLD is a tense, spare, and lean drama about a young couple's relationship in the aftermath of a violent home invasion. Boasting no musical score and filmed in claustrophobic closeups, it investigates the frailty of the hero complex by putting a microscope on American paranoia.

Home Invasion AftermathPsychological TraumaAmerican ParanoiaClaustrophobicTense DramaCharacter StudyIntimate CloseupsMinimalist Style

Actors

Stephanie Rhodes

Laura Marsh

Jodie Moore

Det. Doug Ryan

Andrew Sensenig

Ron

Crew

Directed by:

Frank Mosley

Written by:

Frank Mosley, Robby Storey, Robby Storey

Produced by:

Farah White, Frank Mosley, David Pinkston

Sequels and Prequels

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Hold is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.