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Cyclo fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and violent
- Tension9
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighNerve-racking and violent
Cyclo is nerve-racking and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Follows a young cyclo driver on his poverty-driven descent into criminality in modern-day Ho Chi Minh City. The boy's struggles to scratch out a living for his two sisters and grandfather in the mean streets of the city lead to petty crime on behalf of a mysterious Madame from whom he rents his cyclo.
Gritty Crime DramaSocial RealismUrban PovertyVietnamese CinemaDesperate SurvivalBleak NarrativeCharacter StudyExistentialVisceral
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Questions about Cyclo
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Is Cyclo worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cyclo rated?
RViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Cyclo?
2 h 3 min
Cyclo runs 2 h 3 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cyclo?
Critics79
Audiences78
Yes. Critics average 79 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see Cyclo much the same way.
What language is Cyclo in?
Vietnamese
It was made in Vietnamese. Produced in France, Hong Kong SAR China, Vietnam.
In how many countries can I watch Cyclo?
2
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