5.5
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Family
2001·Movie
·1h 19min·
Family fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Family is brutally violent, tense, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and family
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
When the mobster Iwaida Nishikawi is executed by the hit man Takeshi, his family chases the killer. Takeshi's brothers Takashi and Hideshi Miwa try to find Takeshi, who is hidden with the nurse Rie Ishibashi, to protect him and Hideshi discovers that Takeshi was secretly sent by their Yakuza boss to eliminate Iwaida. Meanwhile, the mobster Kenmoshi abducts Takashi's wife Mariko and rapes her, trying to force Takashi to deliver his brother to him.
Yakuza FamilyCrime DramaRevengeBetrayalMob ViolencePsychological ThrillerFamily ConflictBleak Narrative
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Questions about Family
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Family worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Family rated?
ViolenceSexual content
Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
How long is Family?
1 h 19 min
Family runs 1 h 19 min.
What language is Family in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.