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Way Down in Chinatown
2013·Movie
·NR·
Way Down in Chinatown fingerprint
Funny, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Dark Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
The mind
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Standout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Way Down in Chinatown is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighSome absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor 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.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe mind
Its world is built around the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Showbiz5Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
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About
...the show must go on...
As playwright Victor and director Jessica Mitchum venture into their new dark musical, "Apocalypse Tomorrow" (inspired by Leadbelly's "Goodnight Irene") they suddenly find themselves seduced by an underworld that is being created to preserve the few. WAY DOWN IN CHINATOWN is a surrealistic horror film in the same vein as "Eraserhead" and "The Rocky Horror Picture Show."
Surreal HorrorDark MusicalUnderworld NarrativeExperimental FilmPsychological ThrillerAvant-GardeVisually StrikingUnsettling AtmosphereNihilistic Themes
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Is Way Down in Chinatown worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Way Down in Chinatown rated?
NRDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
What language is Way Down in Chinatown in?
English
It was made in English.