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Boys, Be Ambitious
1996·Movie
·1h 45min·
Boys, Be Ambitious fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Growing up, history, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighViolent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Boys, Be Ambitious is violent, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumGrowing up, history, and crime
Its world is built around growing up, history, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Chunba and Kotetsu, grows up in the working class neighborhood of Kishiwada in Osaka in the mid-seventies. Their life in school is a never-ending series of fights and reprisals against rival gangs landing them in trouble with organised crime and in the juvenile court.
Japanese GangsOsaka Working Class70s SettingJuvenile DelinquencyComing-of-AgeSchool FightsOrganized CrimeNostalgicViolent
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Questions about Boys, Be Ambitious
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Is Boys, Be Ambitious worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Boys, Be Ambitious rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Boys, Be Ambitious?
1 h 45 min
Boys, Be Ambitious runs 1 h 45 min.
What language is Boys, Be Ambitious in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.