The 10th Victim

The 10th Victim

It's the 21st century and they have a licence to kill.

Directed by Elio Petri

Produced by C. C. Champion, Les Films Concordia

196592 min6.6 / 10

A darkly satirical sci-fi comedy that uses a lethal game show as a vehicle to critique violence, entertainment, and social control in a dystopian future.

In the near future, big wars are avoided by giving individuals with violent tendencies a chance to kill in the Big Hunt. The Hunt is the most popular form of entertainment in the world and also attracts participants who are looking for fame and fortune. It includes ten rounds for each competitor, five as the hunter and five as the victim.

Questions people ask

  • Is The 10th Victim one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 87% of films.

  • Does The 10th Victim end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 78% of films.

  • Is The 10th Victim sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.

  • Is The 10th Victim scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.

  • Is The 10th Victim violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of films.

  • Is The 10th Victim easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

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60/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity89

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise45

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love50

How much audiences actually like it

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