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Mirage
1987·Movie
·1h 34min·
Mirage fingerprint
Relentless energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Breakneck and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder5
- Melancholy4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
History and crime
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition6
Energy
Very highBreakneck and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
Mirage is breakneck, brutally violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory and crime
Its world is built around history and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Photographer and adventurer Tong (Yu Rong-Guang) spots a mirage of a beautiful woman while on a mission and is obsessed by the beauty of her. Heading into Mongolia with best friend (Tsui Siu-Ming), the discovery of the woman and her true nature is anything but beautiful however as she's the leader of a gang of desert bandits.
WuxiaMartial ArtsDesert Bandit GangMirageObsessionAction-PackedHong Kong CinemaHistorical SettingVisual Spectacle
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Is Mirage worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 82%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mirage rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Mirage?
1 h 34 min
Mirage runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Mirage?
Critics82
Audiences74
Not quite. Critics rate Mirage higher (82) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Mirage in?
Chinesecn
It was made in Chinese, with some cn. Produced in China, Hong Kong SAR China.