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The Shatterer
1987·Movie
·1h 50min·
The Shatterer fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Crime and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
The Shatterer is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Following the opening of a Japanese auto factory in Sicily, the head of the company is kidnapped by Sicilian mobsters. This was a co-production between Italy and Japan's Toho Studios.
Italian-Japanese CoproductionSicilian MafiaKidnapping ThrillerPolitical IntrigueCrime DramaCross-Cultural ConflictSuspenseful PlotTense AtmosphereGritty Realism
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Is The Shatterer worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Shatterer rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Shatterer?
1 h 50 min
The Shatterer runs 1 h 50 min.
What language is The Shatterer in?
EnglishItalianJapanese
It was made in English, with some Italian, Japanese. Produced in Japan, Italy.