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Passion
2013·Movie
·1h 35min·
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Funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Scare4
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor9
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody7
World
Society, everyday modern life, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Novelty9
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighSociety, everyday modern life, and the mind
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
A singular deadpan comedy, The Passion tells a story of a young woman raised in a convent named Frances-ko (Mayuko Iwasa), after Saint Francesco. Distressed by not knowing about love and sex, she calls out for a sign from above, but instead hears a voice from below. A human-faced growth speaks to her from between her legs, constantly berating her, calling out "Woman, you are worthless!" Mr. Koga, as she names it, continues the verbal abuse, yet Frances-ko somehow adapts, forming an adversarial yet symbiotic relationship. This bizarre film, based on Kaoruko Himeno's acclaimed 1997 novel of the same name, is skillfully directed by Ryoko Yoshida, lensed by veteran cinematographer Akiko Ashizawa, grounded by Iwasa's show-stopping performance and enlivened by the hilarious Kanji Furutachi, who lends his voice to the chauvinistic Koga. The soundtrack boasts an unmissable eclectic score by legendary experimental musician and composer Otomo Yoshihide.
Surreal Dark ComedyAbsurdist HumorFeminist SatireBody HorrorUnconventional NarrativeEccentric CharactersSocial CommentaryUnique Visual Style
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Questions about Passion
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Passion worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 5.1, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Passion rated?
Strong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: strong language and disturbing imagery.
How long is Passion?
1 h 35 min
Passion runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Passion?
Critics67
Audiences43
Not quite. Critics rate Passion higher (67) than audiences (43). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Passion in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Passion use?
Ambiguously GayGainax EndingKarma HoudiniUnderdressed for the OccasionDeath by AdaptationMagical Security CamTwist EndingCaught on TapeProduct PlacementGender FlipInstant Web HitCity with No Nameand 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Passion, including Ambiguously Gay, Gainax Ending, Karma Houdini.