6.5
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Gu Shi fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare5
- Spectacle3
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy9
- Family Dynamics9
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Family, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Ambiguity9
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, storytelling, and characters
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Sound Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Gu Shi is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumProfoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
HighFamily, the mind, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, the mind, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighStandout direction, storytelling, and characters
The direction, storytelling, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative8Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A family of four – Father, Mother, Daughter and Son – arrives at a mysterious house between the ocean and the forest, feeling an unnamed crisis. What begins as a temporary stay stretches into a strange limbo. After an accident leaves Son bedridden, the family turns to a ritual of telling stories about the ocean, stories that seem to make people forget. Haunted by recurring nightmares, Daughter begins to sense that her own missing childhood memories are tied to the house and to a girl in a green dress. As the past surfaces and the boundary between reality and story dissolves, she must choose her way of remembering.
Psychological Horror DramaMystical Family LimboMemory & Identity DissolutionSurreal Narrative StructureAtmospheric DreadUncanny Valley AestheticMelancholic ToneRitualistic StorytellingAmbiguous RealityIntrospective Slow Burn
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Is Gu Shi worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Gu Shi rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Gu Shi?
1 h 23 min
Gu Shi runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is Gu Shi in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in United States, Hong Kong SAR China, Thailand.