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Banana Spirit
1992·Movie
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High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder5
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
- Physical Comedy8
- Absurdist Humor8
- Dark Humor6
World
Fantasy
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Banana Spirit is fast-paced and violent.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowRomantic
Emotionally, it's romantic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
Francis Ng stars as Chic, who helps his friend Che, a Taoist ghostbuster, with various assignments. They both owe gambling debts to the nasty mobster Rabid Hsiung, so they're in desperate need of money, leading them to take on a request from the elderly Taoist master Tang to help him capture the Banana Spirit. On a late-night search, the trio is frightened by a demon as well as awakening the Banana Spirit, Muyung Yu-Yu, who takes the earthly form of a beautiful model and seduces Chic. Chic and the ghost become lovers, and she saves his life when he is shot at by mobsters as well as helping him win a great deal of money at one of Rabid Hsiung's casinos. Hsiung figures out that Yu-Yu has special powers, which he attempts to use for his own benefit, but Chic kills him before he can realize his plans. Unfortunately, Hsiung rises from the grave as a clownish evil spirit looking for revenge, and Yu-Yu's allotted time on Earth is quickly running out.
Hong Kong Horror-ComedySupernatural RomanceAbsurdist HumorMartial Arts ElementsCult ClassicCampy & Over-the-TopGhost StoryGambling SubplotEccentric CharactersFast-Paced Action
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Questions about Banana Spirit
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Is Banana Spirit worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Banana Spirit rated?
ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Banana Spirit?
1 h 35 min
Banana Spirit runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is Banana Spirit in?
cnChinese
It was made in cn, with some Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.