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Alcatraz Breakout
1979·Movie
·1h 1min·
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Catharsis5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
History, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Alcatraz Breakout is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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AMERICA'S HELLHOLE PRISON - ESCAPE-PROOF UNTIL JOHN GRANT PROVED IT WASN'T!
America's most feared prison. The nation's worst gangsters, such men as Al Capone, Machine Gun Kelly, and Alvin Karpis have been broken there, and no man has ever escaped from "The Rock." Alcatraz and its impregnable walls, escape-proof, until inmate 1313-0 proved it wasn't!
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Is Alcatraz Breakout worth watching?
20
TerribleGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 20/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Alcatraz Breakout rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Alcatraz Breakout?
1 h 1 min
Alcatraz Breakout runs 1 h 1 min.
What language is Alcatraz Breakout in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.