Refuge

2023·Movie
1h 31min
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb4.2Metacritic85–Rotten Tomatoes–75%

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Refuge fingerprint

High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Tense and violent

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Wit & Wordplay1

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and war

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Sergeant Rick Pedroni, who comes home to his wife Kate changed and dangerous after suffering an attack by a mysterious force during combat in Afghanistan.
War Veteran TraumaPsychological ThrillerSupernatural HorrorMilitary MysteryDisturbing TransformationPost-Combat IsolationTension & SuspenseAmbiguous Threat

Crew

Directed by:
Renny Harlin
Written by:
Ben Sztajnkrycer
Produced by:
Renny Harlin, Lonnie Ramati, Yariv Lerner
Composed by:
Tapio Liukkonen

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Refuge

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Refuge legally?

PrimeKanopyHooplaTubi TV

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

Is Refuge worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 4.2 and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Refuge rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is Refuge?

1 h 31 min

Refuge runs 1 h 31 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Refuge?

Critics85
Audiences59

Not quite. Critics rate Refuge higher (85) than audiences (59). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Refuge in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Bulgaria, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Refuge?

7AUCAKRNZPLROUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Refuge in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Refuge use?

Good Girls Avoid AbortionHer Heart Will Go OnThe Lost LenoreMeaningful FuneralObnoxious In-LawsOnly Known by Their NicknameThe PlaceRecovered AddictSibling TriangleSomeone to Remember Him ByPlot-Triggering Death

TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for Refuge, including Good Girls Avoid Abortion, Her Heart Will Go On, The Lost Lenore.

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