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Shooting Dogs
2006·Movie
·1h 55min·
Shooting Dogs fingerprint
Relentless energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and brutally violent
- Tension9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
- Pathos10
- Melancholy9
- Catharsis4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
History, society, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and brutally violent
Shooting Dogs is nerve-racking and brutally violent.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and profoundly sad.
All heart traits
- Pathos10Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumHistory, society, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, society, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary10Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Questions about Shooting Dogs
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Is Shooting Dogs worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shooting Dogs rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Shooting Dogs?
1 h 55 min
Shooting Dogs runs 1 h 55 min.
What language is Shooting Dogs in?
EnglishFrenchGerman
It was made in English, with some French, German. Produced in Germany, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Shooting Dogs?
7
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