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Sanshiro Sugata
1965·Movie
·2h 39min·
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy3
- Dark Humor2
World
Sports, history, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumSports, history, and growing up
Its world is built around sports, history, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh 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.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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Judo Saga
Remake of Kurosawa's films Sanshiro Sugata and Sanshiro Sugata part 2. A young man, Sanshiro Sugata, troubled by personal problems, takes up judo. His teacher, Shogoro Yano, is a devout man who has aroused the enmity of the local practitioners of jujitsu, the older and more accepted of the two sports. Sugata uses his newly learned prowess to gain a measure of respect from others; however, Shogoro insists that the sport has a spiritual side, a lesson Sugata has yet to learn. Eventually, in hand-to-hand combat with the father of a young woman he loves, he comes to understand the true meaning of judo.
JudoMartial ArtsComing-of-AgeHistorical DramaSpiritual GrowthJapanese CultureRedemptionTriumph Over Adversity
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Questions about Sanshiro Sugata
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sanshiro Sugata worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sanshiro Sugata rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Sanshiro Sugata?
2 h 39 min
Sanshiro Sugata runs 2 h 39 min.
What language is Sanshiro Sugata in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Sanshiro Sugata use?
Mook ChivalrySpit TakeNaïve NewcomerKubrick StareTime-Passes MontageHey, You!Good Smoking, Evil SmokingImpairment Shot"The Reason You Suck" SpeechSequel HookOld MasterMan of Wealth and Tasteand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for Sanshiro Sugata, including Mook Chivalry, Spit Take, Naïve Newcomer.