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Manticore
2005·Movie
·1h 28min·
Manticore fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Wonder4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
War
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Manticore is brutally violent, tense, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowWar
Its world is built around war.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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During Operation Iraqi Freedom, a US Army Squad is sent to a small Iraqi town to locate a missing news crew, only to find the residents of the town dead and a living weapon of mass destruction, a Manticore, awakened from its long slumber by a terrorist leader wanting to rid his land of the American invaders at any price.
Creature FeatureMonster HorrorWar HorrorIraqi WarMilitary HorrorSupernatural HorrorSuspensefulViolentDark Fantasy
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Is Manticore worth watching?
32
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32/100 (IMDb 3.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Manticore rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Manticore?
1 h 28 min
Manticore runs 1 h 28 min.
What language is Manticore in?
EnglishArabic
It was made in English, with some Arabic. Produced in Bulgaria, United States.