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The Rebirth of Buddha
2009·Movie
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No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Scare6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Pathos6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Faith and meaning and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Rebirth of Buddha is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumFaith and meaning and the mind
Its world is built around faith and meaning and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
17 year-old Sayako Amanokawa aspires to become a journalist, just like Kanemoto, an elite newspaper writer she looks up to. But Kanemoto, shamed from an erroneous report about a corruption scandal, jumps in front of a train and commits suicide. Since that incident, Sayako suddenly becomes able to see spirits and almost loses her life. However, from that near-fatal incident she experiences something extraordinary. The journalist inside her stirred, she embarks to find out about the truth. But the forces that stand in her way turn out to be much formidable than she ever imagined. [from AnimeNewsNetwork]
ReincarnationSpiritual AwakeningJournalistic InvestigationReligious MysteryOtherworldly ForcesMetaphysical DramaElite Newspaper WriterCorruption ScandalNear-Death Experience
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Is The Rebirth of Buddha worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Rebirth of Buddha?
1 h 55 min
The Rebirth of Buddha runs 1 h 55 min.
What language is The Rebirth of Buddha in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does The Rebirth of Buddha use?
Title DropStock FootageDriven to SuicideCreative Closing CreditsTake That!Hollywood Atheist"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueUnfinished BusinessDead Person ConversationThe Topic of CancerThunder As Divine ResponseWhat the Hell, Hero?and 37 more
TV Tropes lists 49 storytelling tropes for The Rebirth of Buddha, including Title Drop, Stock Footage, Driven to Suicide.