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Okja
2017·Movie
Okja fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos8
- Family Dynamics8
- Melancholy7
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Absurdist Humor4
World
Society, everyday modern life, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and hopeful. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
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.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
We needed a miracle. And then we got one.
A young girl named Mija risks everything to prevent a powerful, multi-national company from kidnapping her best friend - a massive animal named Okja.
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Questions about Okja
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Okja worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Okja rated?
PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Okja?
2 h 0 min
Okja runs 2 h 0 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Okja?
Critics81
Audiences76
Yes. Critics average 81 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see Okja much the same way.
What language is Okja in?
EnglishSpanishKorean
It was made in English, with some Spanish, Korean. Produced in South Korea, United States, Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Okja?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Okja in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Okja use?
Aerith and BobAffably EvilAll Animals Are DogsAmplified Animal AptitudeAnimals Lack AttributesArc WordsBatman Grabs a GunBody HorrorNice Job Breaking It, Hero!Dark Is Not EvilLanguage BarrierHiding Behind the Language Barrierand 30 more
TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Okja, including Aerith and Bob, Affably Evil, All Animals Are Dogs.