5.9
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Diner fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Wonder5
- Pathos4
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Crime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout visual style and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
Energy
HighTense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Diner is tense, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout visual style and cinematography
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
A shockingly suspenseful, constantly gripping, and wildly entertaining feast for the senses!
A former murderer and genius chef along with a waitress come together with a group of fantastical assassins in a diner. A girl with a hollowness in her heart, who believes that she belongs nowhere, is thrust into a series of attacks where she must struggle to find her will to live.
Stylized Crime ThrillerQuirky Dark ComedyAssassin UnderworldPsychological SurvivalVisually StrikingEccentric CharactersHigh-Stakes DramaChef & Diner SettingIntriguing Narrative
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Questions about Diner
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Is Diner worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Diner rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Diner?
1 h 57 min
Diner runs 1 h 57 min.
Is Diner based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Diner in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Diner?
2
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Diner in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Diner use?
Berserk ButtonAmbiguously JewishCut Himself ShavingNice Job Breaking It, Hero!Comically Missing the PointSource MusicBait-and-SwitchJerk with a Heart of GoldBuffy SpeakDeliberate Values DissonanceLame Pun ReactionSeinfeldian Conversationand 25 more
TV Tropes lists 37 storytelling tropes for Diner, including Berserk Button, Ambiguously Jewish, Cut Himself Shaving.