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Wating
1994·Movie
·2h 0min·
Wating fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Catharsis7
- Coming of Age7
- Romance6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy0
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Wating is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumCathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- 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.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Yesterday's most wanted criminals are today's society darlings.
The first team-up of Richard Gomez and Carmina Villaruel, playing Ardo and Rosel in this action flick, which is at the same time Ishmael Bernal's last film that is an attack on the religious establishment. Together, they become a part of Manila's petty underworld. After all the ordeals they encounter, they realize that they lost their innocence as they brush with evil and corruption. But they still survive the ordeal and make a new life somewhere else.
Filipino Action ThrillerUrban UnderworldSocial CritiqueLoss of InnocenceCorruption ThemesGritty RealismIntense & Fast-PacedMoral CompromiseSurvival Narrative
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Is Wating worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Wating rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Wating?
2 h 0 min
Wating runs 2 h 0 min.
What language is Wating in?
Filipino
It was made in Filipino. Produced in Philippines.