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Submersion of Japan

1973·Movie
2h 23min
63
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

History, society, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Complexity8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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A team of geophysicists investigating seismic activity on the seafloor discover that the islands of Japan, after suffering from massive volcanic eruptions and earthquakes, will be pulled into the ocean, killing millions.
Disaster FilmJapanese CinemaGeophysical DisasterMass Extinction EventSocial CommentaryHistorical ContextIntense TensionBleak Outlook1970s Cinema

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Is Submersion of Japan worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Submersion of Japan rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Submersion of Japan?

2 h 23 min

Submersion of Japan runs 2 h 23 min.

Is Submersion of Japan based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Was Submersion of Japan a box office hit?

Budget$19 million
Box office$50 million

Yes. It cost about $19 million to make and earned $50 million worldwide, 2.7 times its budget.

What language is Submersion of Japan in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.