Alarum

Alarum (2025)

Directed by Michael Polish Β· Written by Alexander Vesha
Movie R
Woke-o-meter 1/20 1/20
Content rating: The film contains moderate violence and frightening scenes, with a likely presence of some profanity and a potential for some incidental alcohol consumption.
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Synopsis

Alarum depicts two former intelligence operatives who have attempted to escape their past by entering into marriage and establishing a secluded life. Their efforts at anonymity are disrupted when multiple government agencies target their remote home, presumably seeking something they possess. The ensuing conflict forces them to confront the dangers they thought they'd left behind.

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Woke Score Breakdown

🎭 Race-swapped character
1
Confidence:

The cast (Mike Colter, Scott Eastwood, Sylvester Stallone, Willa Fitzgerald, Ísis Valverde) doesn't appear to involve race-swapping established characters. Without further information on the specific characters portrayed, it is safe to assume no race-swapping occurred.


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πŸ”ƒ Gender-swapped character
1
Confidence:

The plot summary doesn't indicate any established characters being recast as the opposite sex.


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πŸ‘₯ Diverse casting
1
Confidence:

While the cast is diverse, there's no indication the diversity itself is a deliberate messaging element.


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✊ Racial messaging
1
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The synopsis does not suggest systemic racism or racial grievance as a message.


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πŸ›‚ Immigrant themes
1
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There’s no focus on immigration or a 'nation of immigrants' narrative.


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πŸͺΆ Indigenous peoples
1
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No elements relating to indigenous peoples or colonization are mentioned.


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πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ LGBT characters
1
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The synopsis makes no mention of LGBT characters or themes.


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♀️ Feminist themes
1
Confidence:

The description describes a spy thriller plot, not showcasing feminist themes or women's empowerment.


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🏒 Anti-capitalist themes
2
Confidence:

The plot mentions laundered money and arms dealers, suggesting potential exploitation and a critique of financial systems, but it’s not presented as a central theme. It appears to be a plot device rather than a strong ideological statement.


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🌱 Environmental issues
1
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No environmental themes or issues are present.


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Content Rating Breakdown

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πŸ’‹ Sex & Nudity
None
Confidence:

The plot summary and reception do not mention any sexual content or nudity, and given the action/thriller genre, it's unlikely to be a significant feature without discussion.


Your rating: None: 0 / Mild: 0 / Moderate: 0 / Severe: 0
🩸 Violence & Gore
Moderate
Confidence:

The plot summary depicts numerous action sequences involving gunfights, explosions, and physical attacks. The death of Bridgette is specifically mentioned, suggesting at least some visible injury or blood. However, the negative critical reception suggests this violence is likely depicted in a fairly standard, not excessively graphic, manner.


Your rating: None: 0 / Mild: 0 / Moderate: 0 / Severe: 0
🀬 Profanity
Moderate
Confidence:

Action and spy thrillers often incorporate profanity, and the plot summary doesn't suggest a particularly clean or sanitized dialogue style. While not explicitly stated, a reasonable assumption is that some profanity is present, likely to emphasize tension and conflict, but not to an extreme degree.


Your rating: None: 0 / Mild: 0 / Moderate: 0 / Severe: 0
🍺 Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Confidence:

The plot mentions a 'honeymoon at a remote GdaΕ„sk resort,' which suggests a potential for alcohol consumption. However, it is not a core plot element, and is likely incidental. Smoking is also plausible given the setting and genre conventions.


Your rating: None: 0 / Mild: 0 / Moderate: 0 / Severe: 0
πŸ‘» Frightening & Intense Scenes
Moderate
Confidence:

The plot describes chases, attacks by mercenaries, poison, drone attacks, and suspenseful situations like Roland hiding. While the negative critical reception suggests these scenes are not executed particularly well, they likely still induce a degree of tension and suspense, potentially frightening for sensitive viewers. Chester's injection of Joe with poison certainly indicates an intense scene.


Your rating: None: 0 / Mild: 0 / Moderate: 0 / Severe: 0

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