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Pistol Opera
2001·Movie
Pistol Opera fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Wonder5
- Melancholy4
Humor
Some sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Absurdist Humor6
- Physical Comedy5
World
Crime and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography, editing, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Visual Stylization8
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Pistol Opera is fast-paced, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumCrime and the mind
Its world is built around crime and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, editing, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, editing, and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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An assassin fends off numerous attacks from her comrades, who are trying to move up in rank by killing off the competition.
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Is Pistol Opera worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pistol Opera rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Pistol Opera?
1 h 52 min
Pistol Opera runs 1 h 52 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pistol Opera?
Critics77
Audiences56
Not quite. Critics rate Pistol Opera higher (77) than audiences (56). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Pistol Opera in?
JapaneseEnglish
It was made in Japanese, with some English. Produced in Japan.