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The Man
1971·Movie
·1h 36min·
The Man fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Violence5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy3
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion5
- Ambiguity5
- Dialogue Centrality3
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue6
- Direction4
- Acting4
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing5
- Cinematography4
- Music Composition4
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction4Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting4Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Japanese movie.
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Questions about The Man
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Man worth watching?
39
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Man rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Man?
1 h 36 min
The Man runs 1 h 36 min.
What language is The Man in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does The Man use?
Internal AffairsWhite Bread and Black BrothaActor AllusionLast-Second Word SwapDo You Trust Me?Shot in the AssSmart Cop, Dumb Cop
TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for The Man, including Internal Affairs, White Bread and Black Brotha, Actor Allusion.