7.5
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Taro the Dragon Boy
1979·Movie
·1h 15min·
Taro the Dragon Boy fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Wondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age7
- Wonder7
- Pathos6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Fantasy, history, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
- Editing6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Taro the Dragon Boy is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's wondrous. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, history, and growing up
Its world is built around fantasy, history, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
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.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Patterned after Japanese art and silk screens, Taro, The Dragon Boy is an animated feature about Japanese mythology and cultures, focusing on Taro, a young boy who has to make a voyage to a distant lake to save his mother, who has been turned into a dragon.
Japanese MythologyAnimated AdventureCultural HeritageComing-of-Age JourneyVisual ArtistryDragon LoreHistorical SettingFamily Themes
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Questions about Taro the Dragon Boy
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Is Taro the Dragon Boy worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Taro the Dragon Boy?
1 h 15 min
Taro the Dragon Boy runs 1 h 15 min.
Is Taro the Dragon Boy based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Taro the Dragon Boy in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.