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Hotel Hibiscus
2002·Movie
·1h 30min·
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Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics10
- Coming of Age9
- Wholesome8
Humor
Some slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Everyday modern life, family, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's wholesome and hopeful. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Hotel Hibiscus is the story of one very young energetic girl named Mieko and her internatioanl family who live in Okinawa. They live in a run down old hotel called Hotel Hibiscus with only one room for rent.
OkinawaFamily DramaComing-of-AgeWholesomeEnergetic ProtagonistInternational FamilyRural SettingComedyHeartwarming
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Is Hotel Hibiscus worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Hotel Hibiscus?
1 h 30 min
Hotel Hibiscus runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Hotel Hibiscus in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.