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Criminal Woman: Killing Melody
1973·Movie
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
- Tension7
Heart
Cathartic
- Catharsis8
- Pathos5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Physical Comedy3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Crime, history, and politics
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Criminal Woman: Killing Melody is brutally violent, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowCathartic
Emotionally, it's cathartic.
All heart traits
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, history, and politics
Its world is built around crime, history, and politics.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Reiko Ike stars as the daughter of a man who has been pushed into drug dealing by the local Yakuza mob. Having outlived his usefulness to the gang he is murdered and Reiko is gang raped, leading her to attempt a knife attack on the Yakuza boss (Ryoji Hayama) at a swank nightclub. Failing to kill him she ends up in prison, where she befriends a crew of other malcontents (including Yumiko Katayama and Chiyoko Kazama) and meets the Yakuza boss's girlfriend (Miki Sugimoto). Upon release Reiko reassembles her mob and launches a Machiavellian scheme to engineer a gang war between Hayama's Oba Industries and the formerly dominant Hamayasu Clan. The rival gangs begin killing each other off and Reiko works her way closer to her ultimate vengeance.
Japanese Exploitation CinemaYakuza Revenge ThrillerGang WarfareFemale Protagonist1970sSocial CommentaryCrime & VengeanceViolent ActionCult Film
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Is Criminal Woman: Killing Melody worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Criminal Woman: Killing Melody rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual content
Content advisories: violence, nudity, and sexual content.
How long is Criminal Woman: Killing Melody?
1 h 23 min
Criminal Woman: Killing Melody runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is Criminal Woman: Killing Melody in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.