5.5
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Sex and Zen fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Situational Comedy6
- Satire & Parody6
World
History
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Sex and Zen is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Banned for 400 years! The most notorious of China's three great erotic sagas – revealed on the screen for the first time.
A recently married scholar goes on a quest for knowledge of other people's wives, based on his philosophical differences with the Sack Monk. He encounters the Flying Thief, who agrees to help him find women, but only if he attains a penis as big as a horse's. The scholar has a surgeon attach said unit, and he's off and running on his mission, only to find that there are obstacles to his new lifestyle, such as jealous husbands and treacherous females.
Erotic ComedyHistorical SettingQuest for PleasureCampy HumorPhilosophical UndertonesSurreal ElementsVisual SpectacleCult ClassicHong Kong Cinema
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Is Sex and Zen worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.5 and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sex and Zen rated?
NuditySexual content
Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.
How long is Sex and Zen?
1 h 39 min
Sex and Zen runs 1 h 39 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sex and Zen?
Critics58
Audiences56
Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 56 out of 100, so both groups see Sex and Zen much the same way.
What language is Sex and Zen in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
In how many countries can I watch Sex and Zen?
10
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