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Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and epic
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Spectacle9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Cringe Humor1
World
Technology, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and epic
Fast from start to finish.
Japan Sinks is nerve-racking, epic, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumTechnology, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around technology, politics, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In the aftermath of a major earthquake, scientists predict that Japan will sink into the sea. As further disasters follow, politicians plead with other countries to take refugees, while scientists struggle to save Japan itself.
Disaster FilmJapan SinkingTechnological DisasterPolitical IntrigueNational CrisisMelancholyVisually ImpressiveJapanese CinemaGeological Apocalypse
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Is Japan Sinks worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Japan Sinks rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Japan Sinks?
2 h 15 min
Japan Sinks runs 2 h 15 min.
What language is Japan Sinks in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Japan Sinks use?
Queer Establishing MomentContinuity NodRegional RedecorationNo OSHA ComplianceSuper Drowning SkillsDisabled in the AdaptationEarly-Bird CameoSetting UpdateDeath of a ChildBilingual BonusInsane Troll LogicBrick Jokeand 91 more
TV Tropes lists 103 storytelling tropes for Japan Sinks, including Queer Establishing Moment, Continuity Nod, Regional Redecoration.