River

Name: River
Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Released: 2023-06-23
Duration: 1 h 26 min
Cast: Riko Fujitani, Yuki Torigoe, Munenori Nagano, Takashi Sumita, Masashi Suwa

2023·Movie

·1h 26min·

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Striking style.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Tension6
Fast Pace6
Adrenaline3

Heart

Wondrous

Wonder7
Wholesome6
Hopefulness6

Humor

Some absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Absurdist Humor6
Situational Comedy4
Wit & Wordplay4

World

Fantasy, mystery, and the mind

World Immersion7
Novelty7
Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Non-linear Narrative8
Direction7
Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout editing

Editing8
Cinematography7
Visual Stylization7

Energy

Medium

Calm and low-key

River is calm and low-intensity.

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All energy traits

Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.

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Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.

Heart

Medium

Wondrous

Emotionally, it's wondrous.

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Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.

Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.

Related traits

Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Medium

Some absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some absurdist humor.

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All humor traits

Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.

Related traits

Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.

Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

World

Medium

Fantasy, mystery, and the mind

Its world is built around fantasy, mystery, and the mind.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.

Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Non-linear Narrative8Time-shifts and structure play.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Acting6Performance craft and presence.

Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

High

Standout editing

Look and sound: the editing stand out.

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All style traits

Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

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About

Another "two minutes"

The one-hundred-year-old Fujiya inn stands in the quiet region of Kyoto. Mikoto is standing in front of the Kibune river at the back of the building when she is called back to work. But two minutes later, she finds herself back at the river again. The whole inn seems to be stuck in a time loop!

Time LoopJapanese CinemaMysteryFantasyKyotoSurrealComfort FilmIntrigue

Actors

Riko Fujitani

Mikoto

Yuki Torigoe

Taku

Munenori Nagano

Head Clerk

Masashi Suwa

Nomiya

Gota Ishida

Kusumi

Kazunari Tosa

Hunter

Shiori Kubo

Hisame

Yoshimasa Kondo

Obata

Manami Honjo

Kimi

Saori

Chino

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Sequels and Prequels

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River is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AsianCrush, and Midnight Pulp in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is River worth watching?

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.