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Returning Spirit
1955·Movie
70
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Scary and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Spectacle5
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Romance6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
History and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Editing7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Returning Spirit is scary and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
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.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A tryst between the young warrior Hagiwara Shinzaburo and beautiful Otsuyu is discovered, and the shamed Otsuyu commits suicide with her maid. Their ghosts subsequently appear to Shinzaburo. He obtains a door-protecting charm and a statue of the goddess Kannon from a priest to keep the spirits from his home. A conniving servant removes the protective devices so that Otsuyu can reach her lover and cart him away to the land of the dead.
Japanese Ghost StoryTragic RomanceSupernatural HorrorEdo Period SettingMelancholy HauntingFolkloric DreadVisually AtmosphericFate and LongingClassic Kaidan
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Is Returning Spirit worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Returning Spirit rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Returning Spirit?
0 h 56 min
Returning Spirit runs 0 h 56 min.
What language is Returning Spirit in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.