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Mirai
2018·Movie
·1h 38min·PG·
Mirai fingerprint
Big heart, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
- Tension3
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics10
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Family, growing up, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and score
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Editing7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Mirai is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
HighHopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wondrous, and wholesome. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFamily, growing up, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, growing up, and fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and score
Look and sound: the cinematography and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
I have met the future.
Four-year-old Kun struggles with jealousy after his newborn sister, Mirai, begins receiving most of his family’s attention. Retreating to the garden, he encounters Mirai as a teenager from the future and embarks on extraordinary journeys across his family’s past, gradually discovering new perspectives on love, belonging and what it means to become an older brother.
Family RelationshipsChildhood PerspectiveMagical RealismTime TravelEmotional GrowthNostalgic ToneImaginative StorytellingJapanese AnimationHeartwarming
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Questions about Mirai
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mirai worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 81). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mirai rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Mirai?
1 h 38 min
Mirai runs 1 h 38 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Mirai?
Critics86
Audiences75
Not quite. Critics rate Mirai higher (86) than audiences (75). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Mirai in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Mirai?
33
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+19GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mirai in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Mirai use?
Aloof Big BrotherInfant Sibling JealousyInelegant BlubberingI Got BiggerPhenotype StereotypeThe Un-Favourite"Pan Up to the Sky" EndingTurbine BlenderBig Brother InstinctAspect Ratio SwitchThat Cloud Looks Like...Masculine Girl, Feminine Boyand 63 more
TV Tropes lists 75 storytelling tropes for Mirai, including Aloof Big Brother, Infant Sibling Jealousy, Inelegant Blubbering.