6.5
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ICHI
2008·Movie
·2h 0min·
ICHI fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
World
History
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
ICHI is fast-paced, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history. 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.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
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.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Justice is blind.
Ichi is a blind entertainer that travels the countryside with her traditional Japanese guitar and walking stick. She’s in search for the kind man that brought her up as a child, but because of her beauty she encounters problems every step of the way. Fortunately for Ichi, she is also a gifted swordswoman and carries a lethal blade within her walking stick.
Blind SwordsmanMeiji Period JapanAction AdventureViolent RevengeFemale ProtagonistHistorical SettingSamurai FilmWandering Hero
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Is ICHI worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 78%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is ICHI rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is ICHI?
2 h 0 min
ICHI runs 2 h 0 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on ICHI?
Critics78
Audiences62
Not quite. Critics rate ICHI higher (78) than audiences (62). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is ICHI in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch ICHI?
2
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