Zeros and Ones (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
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.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 25m (85 min)
- Director
- Abel Ferrara
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Lionsgate
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
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
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- 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
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.
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Director Abel Ferrara
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Babak Karimi as Mullah - Valerio Mastandrea as Luciano
- Dounia Sichov as Serious Russian Agent
- Cristina Chiriac as Laughing Russian Agent
Also Starring in Zeros and Ones
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- Phil Neilson Phil
- Salvatore Ruocco Luciano's Associate #1
- Mahmut Sifa Erkaya Ari
- Valeria Correale Valeria
More from Abel Ferrara
More films directed by Abel Ferrara, best-rated first: Pasolini, Bad Lieutenant, King of New York and Ms. 45.
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).
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.
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IMDb 3.3 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 54% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 8%
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Metacritic 61 Metascore
User score 3.3
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TMDB 48% User score
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Letterboxd 3.0 /5
11 ratings
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Movie Insider 1.1 /5
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Zeros and Ones Box Office
Zeros and Ones grossed $4,604 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$4.6K
- International
- $4.6K
Zeros and Ones Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Zeros and Ones.
Zeros and Ones Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Zeros e Uns - Zeros and Ones” and “Нули и единицы”.
- Also known as
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- 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
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- 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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