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Underworld
1985·Movie
·1h 43min·R·
Underworld fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance4
- Catharsis4
- Pathos3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
World
Technology, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighViolent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Underworld is violent, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumTechnology, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around technology, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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A horrible experiment. A criminal empire. One thing in common...
When high class hooker Nicole is kidnapped from her brothel, Rich businessman Hugo Motherskille hires her ex love Roy Bain to find her. Investigating the disappearance, he eventually finds traces that lead to Dr. Savary, who has produced a strange white powder that's coveted by a race of deformed human beings who live in the underworld in the sewers below the city.
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Questions about Underworld
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Underworld worth watching?
30
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 31/100 (IMDb 4 and Rotten Tomatoes 31%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Underworld rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual contentDrug useDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Underworld?
1 h 43 min
Underworld runs 1 h 43 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Underworld?
Critics31
Audiences26
Yes. Critics average 31 and audiences 26 out of 100, so both groups see Underworld much the same way.
What language is Underworld in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Underworld?
9
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Underworld in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.