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Samsara
2019·Movie
·2h 10min·
Samsara fingerprint
Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody5
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Everyday modern life, faith and meaning, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, faith and meaning, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, faith and meaning, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Four monks gather at a temple to see their esteemed mentor Do-Bub, but none of them are particularly enlightened. From the calculating chief monk and the meat-eating womanizer to the silver-tongued moneymaker and the vain Instagram heartthrob, they all seem more interested in self-gain than asceticism. Nevertheless, the worldly monks have to respond to an unsavoury truth about Do-Bub. In the subsequent days, memories are awakened and characters tested as the monks reflect on their experiences, desires, and fears, as well as the realization that someone will have to be Do-Bub’s successor.
Buddhist MonksSatireContemporary RealismSpiritualCharacter StudyAbsurdist HumorSuccessionKorean Cinema
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Questions about Samsara
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Samsara worth watching?
89
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90/100 (Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Samsara?
2 h 10 min
Samsara runs 2 h 10 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Samsara?
Critics100
Audiences78
Not quite. Critics rate Samsara higher (100) than audiences (78). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Samsara in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.