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Salvage
2018·Movie
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Salvage fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Romance4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Salvage is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
An ex-cop living in rural Florida is drawn into an investigation involving a sunken treasure.
Rural Crime DramaSunken TreasureAtmosphericCharacter-DrivenMysteryInvestigationFlorida SettingEx-Cop Protagonist
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Questions about Salvage
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Salvage worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 86%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Salvage rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
Do critics and audiences agree on Salvage?
Critics86
Audiences40
Not quite. Critics rate Salvage higher (86) than audiences (40). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Salvage in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Salvage use?
Foreshadowing"Groundhog Day" LoopSatanThe RevealPolice Are UselessI Surrender, Suckers!JerkassDiscovering Your Own Dead BodyNo-Holds-Barred BeatdownAmnesia LoopRight Through His PantsTear Off Your Faceand 26 more
TV Tropes lists 38 storytelling tropes for Salvage, including Foreshadowing, "Groundhog Day" Loop, Satan.