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Hal
2013·Movie
·1h 0min·NR·
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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Moving and romantic
- Pathos8
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
World
Technology, the future, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and romantic
Emotionally, it's moving, romantic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumTechnology, the future, and the mind
Its world is built around technology, the future, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Kurumi’s heart was broken by the sudden death of her boyfriend in a tragic airplane accident. By melding futuristic technology with the binary equivalent of human emotion, a brilliant scientist created an ultra-lifelike robotic surrogate to take Hal’s place – and lure Kurumi from her shroud of solitude.
Anime FilmRomantic DramaAndroidsGrief and LossTechnological SurrogateEmotional ConnectionFuturistic SettingPsychological Exploration
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Questions about Hal
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hal worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hal rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Hal?
1 h 0 min
Hal runs 1 h 0 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Hal?
Critics72
Audiences47
Not quite. Critics rate Hal higher (72) than audiences (47). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Hal in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Hal use?
One-Word TitleWham ShotI Can Change My BelovedDull Eyes of UnhappinessThis Is RealityLast RequestThe StingerDead All AlongToxic Friend InfluenceCharacter TitleWham LineParental Abandonmentand 35 more
TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for Hal, including One-Word Title, Wham Shot, I Can Change My Beloved.