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The Buried Forest
2005·Movie
·1h 33min·
The Buried Forest fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Melancholy7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Absurdist Humor1
World
Everyday modern life and growing up
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life and growing up.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Three high school girls living out in the country build stories out from their local environment, mountainous and bordered by an unkempt buried forest.
Rural LifeComing-of-AgeLocal StorytellingCharacter-DrivenJapanese CinemaFemale FriendshipIntimate DramaNature and Environment
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Is The Buried Forest worth watching?
67
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How long is The Buried Forest?
1 h 33 min
The Buried Forest runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is The Buried Forest in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.