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April Fish
1986·Movie
·1h 49min·
April Fish fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension3
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome6
- Catharsis4
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Cringe Humor6
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A Francophile filmmaker in a creative rut tries to pass off a free-spirited young actress as his movie-star wife in order to fool a chief from the South Seas.
Quirky ComedyCulture ClashFilmmaking SatireIdentity DeceptionLightheartedNiche Japanese CinemaEccentric CharactersHumorous MisunderstandingsPeriod Piece
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Is April Fish worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is April Fish?
1 h 49 min
April Fish runs 1 h 49 min.
What language is April Fish in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.