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Virus
2025·Movie
Virus fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Romantic and melancholic
- Romance8
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
The future, the mind, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Virus is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumRomantic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's romantic, melancholic, and moving.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
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.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe future, the mind, and technology
Its world is built around the future, the mind, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- 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 Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Once infected, you'll be lovesick
A mysterious virus spreads out. Anyone infected feels the emotion of love, and the emotion amplifies until it kills the person in love. The pessimist Taek-seon, who likes nothing in life, is infected, and the researcher Gyun reaches her out to test her the medicine that he's developing. Soon Gyun finds out Taek-seon has special antibody, but Taek-seon slowly feels love to Gyun. Is this a real love or just a virus?
Dystopian RomanceViral PandemicForbidden LovePsychological DramaTechnological AnxietyMedical ThrillerEmotional ContagionIntense Relationships
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Questions about Virus
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Is Virus worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Virus?
1 h 39 min
Virus runs 1 h 39 min.
Is Virus based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Virus in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.
In how many countries can I watch Virus?
2
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Virus in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Virus use?
Action GirlChest BursterTaking You with MeAx-CrazyExpyDriven to SuicideArtificial ZombieEvil Smells BadKill All HumansLarge HamAsshole VictimNot Quite Deadand 53 more
TV Tropes lists 65 storytelling tropes for Virus, including Action Girl, Chest Burster, Taking You with Me.