Recon

Name: Recon
Genre: War, Thriller
Released: 2019-10-25
Duration: 1 h 35 min
Cast: Alexander Ludwig, RJ Fetherstonhaugh, Mitch Ainley, Chris Brochu, Christopher Crema

2019·Movie

·1h 35min·

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Recon fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Tension8
Adrenaline7
Violence7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Pathos8
Melancholy7
Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor3
Wit & Wordplay2
Situational Comedy1

World

War and history

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality7
Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Acting7
Narrative Structure7
Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Music Composition7
Editing6

Energy

High

Tense and thrilling

Recon is tense, thrilling, and violent.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare3Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Low

Moving and melancholic

Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic.

All heart traits

Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.

Related traits

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

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.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.

Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

War and history

Its world is built around war and history.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.

Related traits

Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Historical8Period settings and real events.
Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.

Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.

Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Educational6Informative and instructive.
Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.

Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

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About

The enemy isn't out there... it is within.

Four American soldiers in WW2, after witnessing the vicious murder of an innocent civilian at the hands of their platoon Sergeant, are sent on a reconnaissance/suicide mission led by a local partisan.

WWII DramaMoral ConflictRecon MissionWar CrimesCharacter-DrivenBleak AtmosphereHistorical SettingPsychological TensionExistential Themes

Actors

Alexander Ludwig

Marson

RJ Fetherstonhaugh

Heisman

Mitch Ainley

Hopewell

Chris Brochu

Asch

Christopher Crema

Walberg

Franco Nero

Angelo

Sam Keeley

Joyner

Tyler Hynes

Sgt. Reece

Crew

Directed by:

Sarah Ziolkowski, Robert Port

Written by:

Richard Bausch, Robert Port

Produced by:

Rick Dugdale, Gemma Sykes, Richard A. Bullock

Composed by:

Danielle Adams, Anders Niska, Kenneth Skoglund

Sequels and Prequels

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Recon is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Recon worth watching?

MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 4.6, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 30). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.