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Hakkenden
2024·Movie
·2h 29min·
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Pathos6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy3
World
Fantasy, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout storytelling and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Hakkenden is tense, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, history, and a real life story. 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.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout storytelling and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The storytelling and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Takizawa Bakin, a popular Edo period author, begins to recount a story he is planning in front of his friend, the artist Katsushika Hokusai. The story is about eight warriors who, each carrying a jewel, gather together as if guided by fate and embark on a harsh journey to fight the curse of the Satomi family. Hokusai is drawn into the story that Bakin is telling, and visits Bakin on various occasions to hear the rest of the story, and a strange relationship between the two begins. The serialization becomes Bakin's life's work, with the idea of "rewarding good and punishing evil in a world where evil is rampant," but after 28 years, as the story finally approaches its climax, Bakin begins to lose his sight. With the completion of the story in doubt, he receives an unexpected proposal from his daughter-in-law. Will the story ever be completed?
Historical FantasyEdo Period JapanAuthor's ProcessStory Within a StorySamurai EpicFate and DestinyCurseFriendshipSpiritual Quest
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Is Hakkenden worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hakkenden rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Hakkenden?
2 h 29 min
Hakkenden runs 2 h 29 min.
Is Hakkenden based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Hakkenden in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.