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Back to the Past
2025·Movie
·1h 47min·
Back to the Past fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
- Tension5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
- Dark Humor2
World
The future
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Visual Stylization5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Back to the Past is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowThe future
Its world is built around the future.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
To save tomorrow, they must survive yesterday.
In the Qin Dynasty, time-traveller Hong Siu-lung has lived in seclusion with his family for twenty years. Yet every step he takes remains under the watchful eye of his former disciple, now the Qin Emperor. On the brink of ultimate power after conquering the six warring states, the emperor is suddenly ambushed by a mysterious team wielding advanced weapons clearly originating from Hong’s time. Drawn together by fate again, Hong and Qin Emperor are forced to confront the long-buried conflict between them, because the future now depends on how they settle their past.
Time TravelAction SequelFantasy ElementsPolitical IntrigueTechnological DystopiaFuture WarfareHong Kong CinemaNostalgic Reunion
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Questions about Back to the Past
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Back to the Past worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Back to the Past rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Back to the Past?
1 h 47 min
Back to the Past runs 1 h 47 min.
Is Back to the Past based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Back to the Past?
Critics40
Audiences76
Not quite. Audiences rate Back to the Past higher (76) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Back to the Past a box office hit?
Budget$45 million
Box office$39 million
No. It cost about $45 million to make and earned $39 million worldwide, 87% of its budget.
What language is Back to the Past in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China, China.