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Piranha
2010·Movie
·1h 16min·
Piranha fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Scare5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Romance6
- Pathos5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Editing5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Piranha is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Natsu is unable to reveal her feelings to 'bento' (lunchbox) vendor Sone. Through the arrangement of Haruo, a man she has just met, she begins living together with Sone. But things aren't the way she expected them to be...
Erotic DramaPsychological ComplexitySlow BurnIntimate RelationshipsCharacter-DrivenAmbiguous NarrativeMelancholy ToneContemporary Japan
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Questions about Piranha
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Piranha worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Piranha rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Piranha?
1 h 16 min
Piranha runs 1 h 16 min.
What language is Piranha in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Piranha use?
Cruel and Unusual DeathDeath by AdaptationArtistic License – BiologyThe End... Or Is It?Deep SouthAdapted OutSex Signals DeathJerk with a Heart of GoldGenetic Engineering Is the New NukeAsshole VictimSuit with Vested InterestsYou Say Tomatoand 50 more
TV Tropes lists 62 storytelling tropes for Piranha, including Cruel and Unusual Death, Death by Adaptation, Artistic License – Biology.