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Gunbuster: The Movie
2006·Movie
Gunbuster: The Movie fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Tension7
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy3
World
Growing up, fantasy, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Gunbuster: The Movie is thrilling, fast-paced, and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, cathartic, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumGrowing up, fantasy, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around growing up, fantasy, and the future. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance 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 Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Noriko Takaya's dream is to become a space pilot like her father, who died when she was young after an attack by alien forces in deep space. After entering Okinawa Girls Space Pilot High School, she must persuade everyone, especially herself, that she can fulfill her goal and become an accomplished pilot despite being just an ordinary girl.
Mecha AnimeSpace OperaComing-of-Age StoryAlien InvasionFemale ProtagonistIntense TrainingSci-Fi ActionEmotional Growth
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Is Gunbuster: The Movie worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Gunbuster: The Movie rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Gunbuster: The Movie?
1 h 35 min
Gunbuster: The Movie runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is Gunbuster: The Movie in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.