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The Great Buddha+
2017·Movie
·1h 42min·
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Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some dark humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Satire & Parody6
- Cringe Humor4
World
Class and money, everyday modern life, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumClass and money, everyday modern life, and society
Its world is built around class and money, everyday modern life, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Class & Capitalism10Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Security guard Pickle and his trash collector friend Belly Button kill time together in night shifts watching the American-educated boss's dash-cam recordings of his various sexual encounters with women. Against the buddies' will, something horrifying rather than erotic reveals.
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Questions about The Great Buddha+
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Is The Great Buddha+ worth watching?
84
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Great Buddha+ rated?
Disturbing imagerySexual contentViolence
Content advisories: disturbing imagery, sexual content, and violence.
How long is The Great Buddha+?
1 h 42 min
The Great Buddha+ runs 1 h 42 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Great Buddha+?
Critics88
Audiences81
Yes. Critics average 88 and audiences 81 out of 100, so both groups see The Great Buddha+ much the same way.
What language is The Great Buddha+ in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Taiwan.
In how many countries can I watch The Great Buddha+?
6
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