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Shoot to Kill
1988·Movie
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighPulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Shoot to Kill is pulse-pounding, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, 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.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
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.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
It's about staying alive.
When a cunning murderer vanishes into the rugged mountains of the Pacific Northwest, pursuing FBI agent Warren Stantin must exchange familiar city streets for unknown wilderness trails. Completely out of his element, Stantin is forced to enlist the aid of expert tracker Jonathan Knox. It's a turbulent yet vital relationship they must maintain in order to survive... and one that becomes increasingly desperate when Knox's girlfriend Sarah becomes the killer's latest hostage!
Action ThrillerFBIMurderWildernessPursuitHostageSuspense1980sCriminal Investigation
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Questions about Shoot to Kill
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Shoot to Kill worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shoot to Kill rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Shoot to Kill?
1 h 49 min
Shoot to Kill runs 1 h 49 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Shoot to Kill?
Critics78
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate Shoot to Kill higher (78) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Shoot to Kill in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Shoot to Kill?
2
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Shoot to Kill in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Shoot to Kill use?
Can't Kill You, Still Need YouScrew the Money, I Have Rules!Fakeout EscapeNew Old WestJerk with a Heart of JerkCity MouseI Ate WHAT?!Reasonable Authority FigureReduced to RatburgersMountain ManSignature MoveCrowd Songand 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Shoot to Kill, including Can't Kill You, Still Need You, Screw the Money, I Have Rules!, Fakeout Escape.