5.5
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Alive
2003·Movie
·1h 59min·
Alive fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Moving and cathartic
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Technology, crime, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Alive is brutally violent, tense, and thrilling. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumTechnology, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around technology, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
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
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
A life worse than death.
Tenshu is imprisoned and sentenced to death for murdering the men who raped his girlfriend. However, he manages to survive his execution and is presented with an option: face another execution attempt or subject himself to their bizarre and dangerous experiments.
Dark Sci-Fi ThrillerBody HorrorSocial ExperimentsSurvivalImprisonment and EscapePsychological TraumaVisceralDystopian
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Questions about Alive
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Is Alive worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Alive rated?
ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Alive?
1 h 59 min
Alive runs 1 h 59 min.
What language is Alive in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Alive?
5
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Alive in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Alive use?
Translation ConventionBittersweet EndingAchilles in His TentCloud Cuckoo LanderHope BringerEarn Your Happy EndingHeroic BSoDArtistic License – HistoryNo Name GivenIronic DeathHope SpotDespair Event Horizonand 70 more
TV Tropes lists 82 storytelling tropes for Alive, including Translation Convention, Bittersweet Ending, Achilles in His Tent.