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Volunteers
1986·Movie
·1h 28min·
Volunteers fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Nostalgia5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Satire & Parody7
- Physical Comedy6
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality6
- World Immersion5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Volunteers is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighSome absurdist humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In this amusing antiwar comedy, seven inept and reluctant soldiers land on a desert island to carry on with the fighting. Just after their parachutes have collapsed behind them on the beach, helicopters approach and land nearby. Out pops a bevy of beautiful women sent to entertain the troops, which they do, and then they leave. From that point onward, there are a series of misadventures
Anti-War SatireAbsurdist ComedyMilitary IneptitudeSlapstick HumorBalkansNostalgic ToneDesert IslandDark Humor
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Questions about Volunteers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Volunteers worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 58%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Volunteers rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Volunteers?
1 h 28 min
Volunteers runs 1 h 28 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Volunteers?
Critics64
Audiences48
Not quite. Critics rate Volunteers higher (64) than audiences (48). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Volunteers in?
Serbian (Latin)
It was made in Serbian (Latin). Produced in Serbia.
What tropes does Volunteers use?
Alliterative NameAnachronism StewBrainwashed and CrazyCovert Group with Mundane FrontFun with SubtitlesHoliday in CambodiaHomageIvy League for EveryoneThe '60sSanity SlippageSupervillain LairGilligan Cutand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Volunteers, including Alliterative Name, Anachronism Stew, Brainwashed and Crazy.