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Tora! Tora! Tora!
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Moving and cathartic
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
- Melancholy6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor1
World
History, war, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Tora! Tora! Tora! is tense, thrilling, and spectacular. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and cathartic
Emotionally, it's moving and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, war, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, war, and politics. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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The incredible attack on Pearl Harbor.
In the summer of 1941, the United States and Japan seem on the brink of war after constant embargos and failed diplomacy come to no end. "Tora! Tora! Tora!", named after the code words used by the lead Japanese pilot to indicate they had surprised the Americans, covers the days leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor, which plunged America into the Second World War.
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Is Tora! Tora! Tora! worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Tora! Tora! Tora! rated?
GViolence
It's rated G in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Tora! Tora! Tora!?
2 h 24 min
Tora! Tora! Tora! runs 2 h 24 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Tora! Tora! Tora!?
Critics52
Audiences80
Not quite. Audiences rate Tora! Tora! Tora! higher (80) than critics (52). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Tora! Tora! Tora! a box office hit?
Budget$25 million
Box office$37 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $37 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.
What language is Tora! Tora! Tora! in?
EnglishJapanese
It was made in English, with some Japanese. Produced in Japan, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Tora! Tora! Tora!?
68
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What tropes does Tora! Tora! Tora! use?
Attack Its Weak PointMajored in Western HypocrisyGuy in BackArmchair MilitaryTitle DropThis Is Not a DrillForegone ConclusionLet's Split Up, Gang!Glass CannonComing in HotNice Job Fixing It, Villain!This Is Gonna Suckand 71 more
TV Tropes lists 83 storytelling tropes for Tora! Tora! Tora!, including Attack Its Weak Point, Majored in Western Hypocrisy, Guy in Back.