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The Day that Doesn't Exist
1995·Movie
·1h 42min·
The Day that Doesn't Exist fingerprint
High energy, strong craft.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Romance6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Everyday modern life and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout characters
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Day that Doesn't Exist is tense, thrilling, and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
A woman loses her fiancee in a car crash, but he returns to her stitched together. Meanwhile, a man dies and is reborn into another's body. He wants to rejoin his family, but things change once he learns the truth about his new life.
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Is The Day that Doesn't Exist worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Day that Doesn't Exist rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Day that Doesn't Exist?
1 h 42 min
The Day that Doesn't Exist runs 1 h 42 min.
What language is The Day that Doesn't Exist in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.