Attack the Block
Inner City vs. Outer Space
Directed by Joe Cornish
Produced by UK Film Council, Film4 Productions
A high-energy sci-fi action-comedy that uses an alien invasion as a vehicle for social satire, blending street-gang camaraderie with genuine stakes and humor.
A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.
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Is Attack the Block violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is Attack the Block sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Does Attack the Block end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is Attack the Block easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
Is Attack the Block scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Cinnamon Score
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Ensemble
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Like Attack the Block
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Attack the Block
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Attack the Block, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Attack the Block, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Attack the Block, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
