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Kidnap
2013·Movie
·2h 36min·
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Kidnap is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity 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 Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual 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.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Disgruntled workers who have recently been fired join forces to plot a course of action to take in order to exact revenge upon their boss.Desmond Elliot, Joseph Benjamin, Omoni Oboli (2013)
Crime ThrillerRevenge PlotDisgruntled WorkersCorporate IntrigueHigh TensionPsychological StakesSocial InequalityContemporary Setting
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Questions about Kidnap
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Kidnap worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Kidnap rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Kidnap?
2 h 36 min
Kidnap runs 2 h 36 min.
What language is Kidnap in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Kidnap?
19
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What tropes does Kidnap use?
Action SurvivorBig BadSex SlaveInvasion of the Baby SnatchersMama BearHappier Home MovieI Can't Hear YouWould Hurt a ChildI Never Told You My NameOh, Crap!Tap on the HeadDysfunctional Familyand 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Kidnap, including Action Survivor, Big Bad, Sex Slave.