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The Fixer
1979·Movie
·2h 10min·
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
Heart
Cathartic
- Catharsis7
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
Humor
Some satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody5
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Politics, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Fixer is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- 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
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumPolitics, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around politics, history, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Political fixer Homei Yamaoka's misdeeds come to light, throwing Japanese politics into deadly confusion. But he's not going down without a fight.
Japanese PoliticsPolitical IntrigueCrimeYakuzaSocial CommentaryHistorical SettingComplex CharactersPower Struggles
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Questions about The Fixer
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Fixer worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 56%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Fixer rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Fixer?
2 h 10 min
The Fixer runs 2 h 10 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Fixer?
Critics56
Audiences59
Yes. Critics average 56 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see The Fixer much the same way.
What language is The Fixer in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does The Fixer use?
Shiksa GoddessSwitching P.O.V.Chekhov's GunmanConscience Makes You Go BackSlavery Is a Special Kind of EvilNo Periods, PeriodThe Stool PigeonMiscarriage of JusticeJob TitleRoman à ClefNever SuicideImagine Spotand 5 more
TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for The Fixer, including Shiksa Goddess, Switching P.O.V., Chekhov's Gunman.