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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
- Scare4
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
- Melancholy9
- Pathos8
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Technology, the future, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography and score
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Music Centrality8
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumProfoundly sad and moving
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad, moving, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumTechnology, the future, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around technology, the future, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and score
Look and sound: the cinematography and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The film adapts and expands the Planetarian visual novel by Key. The story is set in a dystopian future where biological and nuclear warfare has left a once prosperous civilization in complete ruin. The film tells the story of an old man travelling around with a mobile planetarium projector to show people the stars.
Post-ApocalypticDystopian FutureMelancholyPhilosophicalTechnological DystopiaSpiritual ReflectionSentimental JourneyHumanity's HopeVisual Novel Adaptation
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Is Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito?
1 h 57 min
Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito runs 1 h 57 min.
What language is Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Planetarian: Hoshi no Hito?
26
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