Se7en
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ID: 8071995

Se7en

Se7en (1995)

“Gluttony. Greed. Sloth. Envy. Wrath. Pride. Lust.”

8.4/ 10
Global Ratings
31°
Popularity Index
127 min
Official Runtime
23,866
Global Ratings

Synopsis & Story Arc

Official Logline

Two homicide detectives are on a desperate hunt for a serial killer whose crimes are based on the "seven deadly sins" in this dark and haunting film that takes viewers from the tortured remains of one victim to the next. The seasoned Det. Somerset researches each sin in an effort to get inside the killer's mind, while his novice partner, Mills, scoffs at his efforts to unravel the case.

6-Act Narrative Breakdown

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Act I: Exposition & Catalyst

The Opening Movement of Se7en

Narrative Phase

The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by David Fincher, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.

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Act II: Rising Confrontation

Escalation, Trials & Psychological Stakes

Narrative Phase

The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, Gwyneth Paltrow, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.

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Act III: Climax & Resolution

Decisive Crossroads & Thematic Denouement

Narrative Phase

The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.

Complete Cast & Crew Directory

Cinematography & Large-Format Specifications

Cinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet

Aspect Ratios2.39:1
Camera SystemsArri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2
Negative Format35mm / 65mm / Digital Master
Printed Film Format70mm / DCP Master
Sound Mix FormatsDolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround
Laboratory / VFXTechnicolor / Double Negative (DNEG)
Color ProcessingColor (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering)
Official Runtime127 min

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8.4

GlobalCineDB Consensus Score

Weighted consensus from 100K+ verified global cinephile ratings

96.2% Positive Consensus · Universal Acclaim
Rating Distribution Histogram
5 Stars (9-10)
74%
4 Stars (7-8)
21%
3 Stars (5-6)
4%
2 Stars (3-4)
0.8%
1 Star (1-2)
0.2%

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10 / 10
10 / 10

The pipe organ composition from Hans Zimmer at the edge of Gargantua is monumental. Nolan masterfully balances the vast coldness of relativistic astrophysics with the intimate, multidimensional bond of family. A transcendent achievement of cinema.

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10 / 10

"Do not go gentle into that good night, Rage, rage against the dying of the light." Michael Caine reciting Dylan Thomas resonates throughout the entire odyssey. Pure cinematic grandeur.