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Port Arthur
1980·Movie
·3h 5min·
Port Arthur fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Brutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
- Tension8
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Satire & Parody2
World
History, war, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Port Arthur is brutally violent, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, war, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, war, and politics. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Warfare10Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Depicts the bloody siege of the fortress of Port Arthur, one of the most strongly fortified positions in the world, during the Russo-Japanese War of (1904 - 1905). In the story dominated the character Lt Takeshi Kogyo (Teruhiko Aoi), teachers, and a reserve officer who became commander of the platoon and later company. At the same time monitors the conduct of the army commander general Nogi (Tatsuya Nakadai), which was commissioned of the emperor Matsuhito (Toshirô Mifune) to the conquest of the fort.
Russo-Japanese WarHistorical EpicWar DramaPort Arthur SiegeMilitary ConflictJapanese CinemaPatriotismBleakTragedy
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Is Port Arthur worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Port Arthur rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Port Arthur?
3 h 5 min
Port Arthur runs 3 h 5 min.
What language is Port Arthur in?
JapaneseRussian
It was made in Japanese, with some Russian. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Port Arthur use?
Shoot Him, He Has a Wallet!DeconstructionAward-Bait SongBody HorrorBreak the CutieAttack! Attack! Attack!Villain ProtagonistWar Is HellNot So StoicDowner EndingActor AllusionGornand 1 more
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Port Arthur, including Shoot Him, He Has a Wallet!, Deconstruction, Award-Bait Song.