4.0
Where can I stream After the Cat legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for After the Cat in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
After the Cat
2024·Movie
After the Cat fingerprint
Striking style, calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension3
- Fast Pace2
- Adrenaline0
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy9
- Family Dynamics9
- Pathos8
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Everyday modern life, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
NoneCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
After the Cat is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle0Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumProfoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad, moving, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and the mind. 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.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue2Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want something to laugh atYou want fast pacing
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
On this day, an elderly Taiwanese mother and daughter, accompanied by a Burmese volunteer, journey from a rural area to an urban animal crematorium, tenderly carrying the body of their beloved cat, in hopes of ensuring that its final journey is marked by peace and grace.
Poignant Family DramaPet GriefCultural ExplorationSlow-PacedEmotional JourneyMother-Daughter BondContemporary Taiwanese CinemaMelancholicIntimate Storytelling
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like After the Cat
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: After the Cat
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with After the Cat
After the Cat2024
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Nowhere Special (2020)Like Father, Like Son (2013)The Son's Room (2001)Goodbye June (2025)Stepmom (1998)Late Spring (1949)Away from Her (2007)His Three Daughters (2024)An Unfinished Life (2005)Still Alice (2014)Monsieur Lazhar (2011)Departures (2008)You're Not You (2014)Grace Is Gone (2007)Tokyo Story (1953)Our Friend (2019)Eternity and a Day (1998)Ikiru (1952)Nomadland (2021)Peranbu (2019)Things We Lost in the Fire (2007)Our Souls at Night (2017)My Life Without Me (2003)Old Joy (2006)Paris, Texas (1984)Make Way for Tomorrow (1937)Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)Poetry (2010)Summer Hours (2008)Mass (2021)Baran (2001)Supernova (2020)Manchester by the Sea (2016)One True Thing (1998)Central Station (1998)Alcarràs (2022)Kodachrome (2017)The Tree of Wooden Clogs (1978)BRO (2023)Still Walking (2008)A Late Quartet (2012)The Accidental Tourist (1988)Sound of Metal (2020)I've Loved You So Long (2008)Autumn Sonata (1978)Broker (2022)The Farewell (2019)My Life as a Zucchini (2016)Paddleton (2019)Main Vaapas Aaunga (2026)Distant (2002)The Outrun (2024)I'll See You in My Dreams (2015)One Week (2008)Minari (2021)Another Year (2010)Mother and Child (2009)What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993)Paris (2008)My Sister's Keeper (2009)You Can Count on Me (2000)Perfect Days (2023)Pieces of a Woman (2020)Certain Women (2016)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about After the Cat
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is After the Cat worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is After the Cat?
0 h 25 min
After the Cat runs 0 h 25 min.
What language is After the Cat in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Taiwan.