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Returner
2002·Movie
·1h 56min·R·
Returner fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Tension7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The future and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Returner is thrilling, fast-paced, and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe future and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The future could be history.
A young woman from the future forces a local gunman to help her stop an impending alien invasion which will wipe out the human race.
Sci-Fi ActionAlien InvasionGunman & Future Woman DuoHigh-Stakes MissionTechnological ThreatFast-PacedCrime ThrillerFuturistic DystopiaWorld-Saving Quest
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Questions about Returner
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Is Returner worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 36). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Returner rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Returner?
1 h 56 min
Returner runs 1 h 56 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Returner?
Critics37
Audiences65
Not quite. Audiences rate Returner higher (65) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Returner in?
JapaneseChineseEnglish
It was made in Japanese, with some Chinese, English. Produced in Japan.