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Tongan Ninja
2002·Movie
·1h 23min·
Tongan Ninja fingerprint
High energy, funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Fast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
- Tension6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Romance3
- Pathos3
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
- Physical Comedy9
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody7
World
Kept in the background
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- World Immersion5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
Energy
HighFast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Tongan Ninja is fast-paced and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy9Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
The Tongan Ninja is dispatched to the island nation of New Zealand in order to help a brother of his master with his floundering Chinese restaurant. But the mysterious Mister Big stands in the eatery's way as he sends numerous villains such as Knife Man, Gun Man, and the super-sexy Action Fighter who may know a lot about the hero.
Low-Budget Action ComedyParody of Martial Arts FilmsEccentric CharactersAbsurdist HumorCult FilmSlapstickNew Zealand CinemaSpoofCampy
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Questions about Tongan Ninja
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Tongan Ninja worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Tongan Ninja rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Tongan Ninja?
1 h 23 min
Tongan Ninja runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is Tongan Ninja in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in New Zealand.
What tropes does Tongan Ninja use?
Affectionate ParodyDeceased Parents Are the BestSchoolyard Bully All Grown UpLarge HamSuperior SuccessorLike Father, Like SonVocal DissonanceTroubled Backstory FlashbackAcrofaticBreaking the Fourth WallDragon-in-ChiefMcNinjaand 79 more
TV Tropes lists 91 storytelling tropes for Tongan Ninja, including Affectionate Parody, Deceased Parents Are the Best, Schoolyard Bully All Grown Up.