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Zeros and Ones (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

Zeros and Ones (2021) movie poster

Zeros and Ones is a 2021 war thriller directed by Abel Ferrara, starring Babak Karimi as Mullah, Valerio Mastandrea and Dounia Sichov. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes and earned $4,604 worldwide. Critics gave it 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 3.3/10.

IMDb rating
3.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes
54%
worldwide gross
$4.6K
Echo Score
31
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Zeros and Ones (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 25m (85 min)
Director
Abel Ferrara
Genres
Thriller , War
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Zeros and Ones About?

The premise of Zeros and Ones without spoilers.

A soldier named J.J. finds himself in Rome on a critical mission to stop a planned terrorist attack. While working against the clock, he also investigates the circumstances surrounding his brother Justin's imprisonment. His search for answers leads him through the city's underbelly, revealing a complex web of conspiracy and deceit that puts him in grave danger.

Zeros and Ones Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • terrorist threat
  • political prisoner
  • race against time
  • revolutionary organization
  • pandemic
  • anarchist
  • russian agent
  • military man
  • clandestine operation
  • terror attack
  • vatican
  • false flag operation
+38 more
  • soldier
  • cover up
  • sex at gunpoint
  • combat experience
  • marxist
  • dog tags
  • lock down
  • sony camera
  • drugs
  • prostitution
  • fascist
  • pursuit of happiness
  • suicide note
  • mosque
  • imperialist
  • special forces
  • waterboarding
  • vodka shot
  • preaching
  • battleground
  • forced pregnancy
  • drone
  • ak 47
  • bomb vest
  • talking at the screen
  • christianity vs freedom of thought
  • empty streets
  • 9 mm gun
  • roman catholicism
  • naked female corpse
  • lockdown experiment
  • colosseum
  • trevi fountain
  • hand sanitiser
  • arabic
  • money raised
  • written by director
  • revolutionary
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Cast & crew

Zeros and Ones Cast & Characters

Babak Karimi leads the cast as Mullah, with Valerio Mastandrea as Luciano and Dounia Sichov as Serious Russian Agent. Directed by Abel Ferrara; 9 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Zeros and Ones

· 5 more
From the director

More from Abel Ferrara

More films directed by Abel Ferrara, best-rated first: Pasolini, Bad Lieutenant, King of New York and Ms. 45.

Full filmography
Ratings

Zeros and Ones Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Zeros and Ones 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 3.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 31/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).

31 /100

Zeros and Ones Echo Score Breakdown

Zeros and Ones presents a divisive experience that leans toward negative reception. The film’s narrative is widely regarded as incoherent, with many viewers noting a lack of clear plot progression. Visual execution draws criticism for excessive low‑light and unfocused imagery, while occasional atmospheric moments receive modest acknowledgment. Overall, the movie offers limited appeal for repeat viewings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits an uneven visual style. Critics acknowledge moments of striking composition, yet numerous viewers describe the cinematography as overly blurred, poorly focused, and aesthetically inconsistent. Production design receives mixed remarks, with some praising the atmospheric setting while others deem it under‑developed. Consequently, the technical execution remains mediocre.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When evaluating character and emotion, the central performance by Ethan Hawke is noted as reliable, but overall character depth is scarce. Critics mention a competent lead, yet users frequently report a lack of engaging personalities and emotional resonance. The chemistry among cast members is perceived as minimal, resulting in a modest assessment of this aspect.

  • Story & Flow 25

    The story and flow are widely criticized for lacking coherence. Reviewers point to a disjointed plot, erratic pacing, and ambiguous motivations that leave the audience uncertain. While some critics find the ambiguity intriguing, the majority of feedback describes the narrative as confusing and unsatisfying, leading to a low score for storytelling.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    Sensory experience receives a mixed evaluation. Certain critiques highlight atmospheric sound design and occasional compelling musical choices, whereas many viewers complain about muffled audio, inconsistent sound levels, and distracting visual noise. The soundtrack’s suitability is acknowledged by a few, but overall sensory cohesion is judged as below average.

  • Rewatch Factor 20

    Rewatch factor is considered weak across the board. The film’s confusing narrative and problematic visual execution discourage repeat viewings. Although a limited segment of critics notes lingering intrigue, most audience members express little desire to revisit the movie, deeming it tedious and unrewarding on subsequent watches.

Box office

Zeros and Ones Box Office

Zeros and Ones grossed $4,604 worldwide.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.6K

International
$4.6K
Videos

Zeros and Ones Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Zeros and Ones.

Official Trailer
Details

Zeros and Ones Also Known As

15 alternative titles, including “Zeros e Uns - Zeros and Ones” and “Нули и единицы”.

Also known as
  • Zeros e Uns - Zeros and Ones
  • Нули и единицы
  • 제로스 앤 원스
  • 零和一
  • Ceros y Unos
  • Zeros e Uns
  • 危城行動
  • Επίθεση Στο Βατικανό
  • Nuliai ir vienetai
  • Нулі та одиниці
  • Nule i jedinice
  • Frères mercenaires
+3 more
  • Zamach
  • Zeros i uns
  • אפסים ואחדים

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Zeros and Ones FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Zeros and Ones, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Zeros and Ones?

Zeros and Ones runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

When was Zeros and Ones released?

Zeros and Ones was released on November 19, 2021.

Who directed Zeros and Ones?

Zeros and Ones was directed by Abel Ferrara.

More films by Abel Ferrara

Who is in the cast of Zeros and Ones?

Zeros and Ones stars Babak Karimi as Mullah, Valerio Mastandrea as Luciano and Dounia Sichov as Serious Russian Agent, among 9 credited actors.

How much did Zeros and Ones make at the box office?

Zeros and Ones grossed $4,604 worldwide.

How is Zeros and Ones rated?

Zeros and Ones has 3.3/10 on IMDb, 54% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61 on Metacritic and 48% on TMDB.

Does Zeros and Ones have a post-credit scene?

No. Zeros and Ones has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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