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Kabus
2022·Movie
·1h 11min·
Kabus fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Cringe Humor5
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Kabus is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Hazim is a shy delivery guy in his 20s and Ayang, his bubbly neighbour works as part-time cleaner for a social influencer. They have mental issues and being interrogated by an officer, who is investigated the murder of Ayang's mother. Fueled by their own motive for the murder, the interrogator must find out who comitted the crime. As they recollect their thoughts on what transpired that fateful night, the lives of the both of them are unraveled in the most bizzare and peculiar way.
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Is Kabus worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Kabus rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Kabus?
1 h 11 min
Kabus runs 1 h 11 min.
What language is Kabus in?
Malay
It was made in Malay. Produced in Malaysia.
In how many countries can I watch Kabus?
60
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