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Irezumi
1982·Movie
·1h 42min·
Irezumi fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Violence7
- Spectacle5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Romance6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind, mystery, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Editing7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Irezumi is tense and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, mystery, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, mystery, and history. 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
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout direction
The direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Grotesque9Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A mystery of obsession ... a film of exquisite beauty.
To satisfy her lover's fetish for tattooed women, Akane agrees to have her body covered in eloborate tattoos by Kyogoro, an old craftsman. Kyogoro has developed a special technique, by which his assistant, Harutsune, keeps Katsuko's mind off the pain while Kyogoro does his work. After the work is done, Harutsune makes the shocking discovery of how Kyogoro mastered his technique.
Erotic ThrillerBody Art HorrorPsychological SuspenseDark MysteryGrotesque AestheticObsession & FetishJapanese Cult CinemaArtistic SacrificeDisturbing Revelations
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Questions about Irezumi
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Is Irezumi worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Irezumi rated?
NuditySexual contentViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, violence, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Irezumi?
1 h 42 min
Irezumi runs 1 h 42 min.
Is Irezumi based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Irezumi in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.