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Wasabi
2001·Movie
Wasabi fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Hopefulness5
- Pathos4
Humor
Plenty of slapstick
- Physical Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
World
Everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Wasabi is fast-paced and violent.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
For those who take their action raw.
Hubert is a French policeman with very sharp methods. After being forced to take 2 months off by his boss, who doesn't share his view on working methods, he goes back to Japan, where he used to work 19 years ago, to settle the probate of his girlfriend who left him shortly after marriage without a trace.
French CopJapanese Culture ClashProbate SettlementAction ComedyEccentric CharactersSharp MethodsFast-PacedCrime InvestigationDialogue-Driven
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Questions about Wasabi
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Wasabi worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 44%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Wasabi rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Wasabi?
1 h 34 min
Wasabi runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Wasabi?
Critics49
Audiences67
Not quite. Audiences rate Wasabi higher (67) than critics (49). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Wasabi a box office hit?
Budget$15 million
Box office$10 million
No. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $10 million worldwide, 68% of its budget.
What language is Wasabi in?
FrenchJapanese
It was made in French, with some Japanese. Produced in France, Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Wasabi?
39
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+25GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wasabi in 39 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Wasabi use?
Trademark Favorite FoodBrick JokeGun TwirlingFiery RedheadInsistent TerminologyAlleged LookalikesGolf ClubbingBriefcase Full of MoneyAsian BabymamaBy-the-Book CopStrange Cop in a Strange LandFaux Action Girland 45 more
TV Tropes lists 57 storytelling tropes for Wasabi, including Trademark Favorite Food, Brick Joke, Gun Twirling.