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Awakening
1994·Movie
·1h 32min·
Awakening fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Scary
- Scare7
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some dark humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Satire & Parody6
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A famous "feng shui" master (fortune teller) gets a wake-up call when a distraught ex-customer threatens to expose him as a fraud.
Hong KongPsychological ThrillerFeng ShuiSupernaturalMysteryBlackmailFraudBetrayalSecrets
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Is Awakening worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Awakening rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Awakening?
1 h 32 min
Awakening runs 1 h 32 min.
What language is Awakening in?
cnChinese
It was made in cn, with some Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.