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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Romance6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Satire & Parody3
World
History, crime, and class and money
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Pigs and Battleships is fast-paced and violent.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and class and money
Its world is built around history, crime, and class and money.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
In the city of Yokosuka, Kinta and his lover Haruko, both involved with yakuza, brave the post-occupation period with a goal to be together.
YakuzaPost-War JapanCrimeSocial CommentaryMelancholyGang ViolenceClass StruggleBlack Market
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Is Pigs and Battleships worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pigs and Battleships rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Pigs and Battleships?
1 h 48 min
Pigs and Battleships runs 1 h 48 min.
What language is Pigs and Battleships in?
JapaneseChineseEnglish
It was made in Japanese, with some Chinese, English. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Pigs and Battleships?
3
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What tropes does Pigs and Battleships use?
Dies Wide OpenStupid CrooksToplessness from the BackRed Light DistrictFaux FluencyDamn, It Feels Good to Be a Gangster!Reliably Unreliable GunsOne Last JobYakuzaDriven to Suicide"Wanted!" PosterI Ate WHAT?!and 10 more
TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for Pigs and Battleships, including Dies Wide Open, Stupid Crooks, Toplessness from the Back.