Short Peace
6.8
Short Peace fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor5
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
The future, fantasy, and technology
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Editing8
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Short Peace is fast-paced, spectacular, and violent.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe future, fantasy, and technology
Its world is built around the future, fantasy, and technology.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the editing and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A four-film omnibus that features four short anime films all themed around Japan.
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Questions about Short Peace
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Short Peace worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Short Peace rated?
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Short Peace?
1 h 8 min
Short Peace runs 1 h 8 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Short Peace?
Not quite. Critics rate Short Peace higher (85) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Short Peace in?
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Short Peace?
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Short Peace in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Short Peace use?
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for Short Peace, including Animate Inanimate Object, Contrived Coincidence, The Tokyo Fireball.