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Red Heat
1985·Movie
·1h 44min·R·
Red Heat fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Nostalgia4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Crime
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
HighTense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Red Heat is tense, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
LowCrime
Its world is built around crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- 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.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Explore the naked passions in this hot-house of Hell!
East Germans abduct a U.S. coed (Linda Blair) and throw her in a women's prison run by a brutal inmate (Sylvia Kristel).
Exploitation ThrillerCold War SettingWomen in PrisonBrutal InmatePolitical IntrigueTense AtmospherePsychological ThemesViolent Content
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Questions about Red Heat
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Red Heat worth watching?
45
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4.8 and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Red Heat rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual content
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, and sexual content.
How long is Red Heat?
1 h 44 min
Red Heat runs 1 h 44 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Red Heat?
Critics61
Audiences49
Not quite. Critics rate Red Heat higher (61) than audiences (49). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Red Heat in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Austria, Germany, United States.
What tropes does Red Heat use?
Action Insurance GagShared UniverseNot Even Bothering with the AccentAs Long as It Sounds ForeignThe Name Is Bond, James BondRuthless Foreign GangstersSo Much for StealthGuns AkimboBottomless MagazinesHusky RusskieBald of AuthorityReal Men Wear Pinkand 42 more
TV Tropes lists 54 storytelling tropes for Red Heat, including Action Insurance Gag, Shared Universe, Not Even Bothering with the Accent.