Fable of the Fish
6.0
Fable of the Fish fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor6
World
Society, family, and class and money
- Novelty9
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Character Depth7
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Visual Stylization5
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumMoving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, family, and class and money
Its world is built around society, family, and class and money.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Is Fable of the Fish worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Fable of the Fish?
1 h 25 min
Fable of the Fish runs 1 h 25 min.
What language is Fable of the Fish in?
It was made in Filipino. Produced in Philippines.
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