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Hard Business
2018·Movie
·1h 1min·
Hard Business fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Hopefulness4
- Nostalgia3
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and satire
- Situational Comedy8
- Satire & Parody8
- Absurdist Humor7
World
Show business and crime
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Meta Narrative8
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and satire
Expect plenty of situational comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumShow business and crime
Its world is built around show business and crime.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
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About
On the set of a movie, yakuza boss Yao Asakkichi shows up unannounced and demands money from the director who owes him money. The director has no choice but to give up his job in exchange. How will Asakkichi's first directing experience turn out?
Yakuza ComedyFilmmaking SatireMeta-HumorCharacter-Driven ComedyQuirky & EccentricGenre ParodyShowbiz AnticsUnexpected Career ChangesAmusingly Chaotic
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Questions about Hard Business
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hard Business worth watching?
30
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30/100 (IMDb 4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hard Business rated?
Strong languageViolence
Content advisories: strong language and violence.
How long is Hard Business?
1 h 1 min
Hard Business runs 1 h 1 min.
What language is Hard Business in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.