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Mermaid Forest
1991·Movie
·55min·
Mermaid Forest fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Scare6
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Wonder6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Fantasy and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Mermaid Forest is tense and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
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.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Are some prizes worth the price?
There is a legend in Japan that if one eats the flesh of a mermaid, one will become immortal. This anime recounts the story of Yuhta and Mana, an immortal boy and girl, and their experiences with a family struggling to achieve immortality at any cost.
Dark FantasyBody HorrorJapanese FolkloreImmortalityPsychological ThrillerMelancholySupernaturalTragedy
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Is Mermaid Forest worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mermaid Forest rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Mermaid Forest?
0 h 55 min
Mermaid Forest runs 0 h 55 min.
What language is Mermaid Forest in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.