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Uncle's Paradise

2006·Movie
1h 4min
IMDb4.8Rotten Tomatoes–33%

Where to watch

FandorAsianCrushPlexFawesomeCineverse

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Uncle's Paradise fingerprint

Funny, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6
  • Pathos6

Humor

Plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor

  • Absurdist Humor8
  • Dark Humor8
  • Satire & Parody7

World

Fantasy, everyday modern life, and family

  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

This surrealistic comedy follows the life of Haruo Maekawa, a young man who makes a living catching squid. Haruo is obsessed with catching a legendary giant squid rumored to live in Tokyo Bay. Haruo's uncle Takashi, fallen on hard times, comes to stay with his nephew until he can get back on his feet. Uncle Takashi is addicted to energy drinks, and seduces any woman in sight, including Haruo's girlfriend Rika. While praying at a Shintō shrine, Uncle Takashi is bitten in the scrotum by a poisonous snake and dies. The uncle is destined to spend the afterlife in Hell unless his nephew and girlfriend can rescue him from the King of Hell.
Japanese Surreal ComedyGiant Squid ObsessionAddicted UncleJourney to HellBizarre HumorDark SatireUnconventional RomanceShinto MythologyVisually Unique

Crew

Directed by:
Shinji Imaoka
Written by:
Fumio Moriya
Produced by:
Keiko Satô

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Uncle's Paradise

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Uncle's Paradise legally?

FandorAsianCrushPlexFawesomeCineverseMidnight PulpTubi TV

Uncle's Paradise is included with a subscription to Midnight Pulp in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on AsianCrush, Plex, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Uncle's Paradise worth watching?

42
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Uncle's Paradise rated?

Sexual contentDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: sexual content and disturbing imagery.

How long is Uncle's Paradise?

1 h 4 min

Uncle's Paradise runs 1 h 4 min.

What language is Uncle's Paradise in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Uncle's Paradise?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Uncle's Paradise in 108 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.