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Hero
2022·Movie
·2h 0min·
Hero fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Spectacle8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
World
History, politics, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Hero is tense, spectacular, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
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.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and a real life story. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
I am not a terrorist. I am the leader of the korean independence army.
An Jung-geun fights for Korea's independence from the Japanese Empire and sparks a movement. In 1909, he assassinates Itō Hirobumi, the first prime minister of Japan and resident-general of Korea.
Korean Historical DramaMusicalBiographicalPolitical IntriguePatriotismAction & SuspenseMelodramaticEmotional ImpactKorean Independence Movement
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Questions about Hero
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hero worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hero rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Hero?
2 h 0 min
Hero runs 2 h 0 min.
Is Hero based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Hero?
Critics90
Audiences80
Not quite. Critics rate Hero higher (90) than audiences (80). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Hero in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.