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Focus
1996·Movie
·1h 12min·
Focus fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Everyday modern life, society, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Focus is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and technology
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
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.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A short, direct and to-the-point media-commentary thriller. A sleazy TV producer trying to exploit a quiet otaku (an obsessive hobbyist) whose hobby is electronic eavesdropping ends up getting a lot more than he bargained for when they eavesdrop on the wrong conversation and he prods said otaku into helping him "investigate" the lead, only to find out that some things (and people) are not always as they seem, when a minor altercation causes things to take a rather nasty turn....
Eavesdropping ThrillerMedia CommentaryConspiracy & IntrigueTechno-ParanoiaCynical & DisturbingDarkly HumorousSocially ConsciousCritique of Exploitation
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Questions about Focus
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Focus worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Focus rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Focus?
1 h 12 min
Focus runs 1 h 12 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Focus?
Critics65
Audiences65
Yes. Critics average 65 and audiences 65 out of 100, so both groups see Focus much the same way.
What language is Focus in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Focus use?
Truth in TelevisionAbusive ParentsChekhov's GunmanRed HerringSmall Name, Big EgoHustlerLady in RedMr. FanserviceBoyfriend BluffMs. FanserviceChekhov's GunJerkassand 34 more
TV Tropes lists 46 storytelling tropes for Focus, including Truth in Television, Abusive Parents, Chekhov's Gunman.