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A Shock to the System (1990)
When experienced advertising executive Graham Marshall loses out on a promotion to a young man, he goes down in a path of vengeance.
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A Shock to the System works because it combines Playful, witty, easy to ride. Best for a reset, low-friction watch, and a mood lift. The audience signal is solid enough to trust the ride.
Mood fit
Best for a reset, low-friction watch, and a mood lift.
Who it is for
Great for friends, solo late-night watching, and people who like clues.
Tone
Playful, witty, easy to ride
Pacing
Lean, efficient, easy to commit to.
Why Cinento recommends it
Cinento recommends A Shock to the System because it scores well for Best for a reset, low-friction watch, and a mood lift. It also balances Playful, witty, easy to ride.
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Who should watch A Shock to the System?
Great for friends, solo late-night watching, and people who like clues.
What kind of tone does A Shock to the System have?
Playful, witty, easy to ride Lean, efficient, easy to commit to.