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Vantage Point

2008·Movie
1h 30min·PG-13

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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Politics, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Narrative Structure10
  • Non-linear Narrative10
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

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About

8 strangers. 8 points of view. 1 truth.

During an historic counter-terrorism summit in Spain, the President of the United States is struck down by an assassin's bullet. Eight strangers have a perfect view of the kill, but what did they really see? As the minutes leading up to the fatal shot are replayed through the eyes of each eyewitness, the reality of the assassination takes shape.
Political ThrillerNon-Linear NarrativeMultiple PerspectivesHigh StakesAssassination PlotIntense SuspenseAction-PackedConspiracy TheoryPuzzle-Like

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Vantage Point legally?

You can 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 Vantage Point worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Vantage Point rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Vantage Point?

1 h 30 min

Vantage Point runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Vantage Point?

Critics37
Audiences61

Not quite. Audiences rate Vantage Point higher (61) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Vantage Point a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$152 million

Yes. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $152 million worldwide, 3.8 times its budget.

What language is Vantage Point in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States, Mexico, Spain.

In how many countries can I watch Vantage Point?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Vantage Point in 122 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Vantage Point use?

Wouldn't Hurt a ChildBodyguard BetrayalTelevision GeographyOur Presidents Are DifferentCreator's Culture CarryoverBlack Dude Dies FirstFlashed-Badge HijackWhat Happened to the Mouse?The MasqueradeTrailers Always SpoilTerrorist Without A CauseAnyone Can Dieand 32 more

TV Tropes lists 44 storytelling tropes for Vantage Point, including Wouldn't Hurt a Child, Bodyguard Betrayal, Television Geography.