Sunrise
Sunrise fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Scare5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Mystery, the mind, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout storytelling and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and crime
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout storytelling and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The storytelling and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Before the SUNRISE, Joshi must catch the elusive figure that destroys the lives of children.
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Questions about Sunrise
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sunrise worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sunrise rated?
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Sunrise?
1 h 25 min
Sunrise runs 1 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sunrise?
Not quite. Critics rate Sunrise higher (84) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Sunrise in?
It was made in Marathi. Produced in France, India.
In how many countries can I watch Sunrise?
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sunrise in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Sunrise use?
TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Sunrise, including Good Smoking, Evil Smoking, Kubrick Stare, Fun with Intertitles.

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