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On the Beach
1985·Movie
·1h 7min·
On the Beach fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Scare5
Heart
Melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Melancholy7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Cringe Humor1
World
Crime, family, and the mind
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
Energy
HighTense and violent
On the Beach is tense and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, family, and the mind
Its world is built around crime, family, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In a summer in Shonan village, Sumiko is the daughter of an important upper-class Shikishima family, she loves to paint pictures, is going through a cooling-off of an arranged marriage that did not work out. However, she feels attraction for Nishina a rough and obscene man ... On the other hand, the younger sister, Naomi Sumiko is envious of her sister for her beauty. Naomi feels ugly since all men seem to like Sumiko. Both sisters then become embroiled in a major problem in discovering the real intentions of Nishina, a man who hides behind a mask to rape women.
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Questions about On the Beach
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is On the Beach worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is On the Beach rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is On the Beach?
1 h 7 min
On the Beach runs 1 h 7 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on On the Beach?
Critics66
Audiences66
Yes. Critics average 66 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see On the Beach much the same way.
What language is On the Beach in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does On the Beach use?
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TV Tropes lists 46 storytelling tropes for On the Beach, including Apocalypse Anarchy, Beta Couple, Riddle for the Ages.