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Tanka
1976·Movie
·9min·
Tanka fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare6
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Wondrous and moving
- Wonder8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor1
World
Fantasy, faith and meaning, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Direction7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization9
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Tanka is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Spiritual10Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy, faith and meaning, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, faith and meaning, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Fantasy10Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual10Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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An Animated Vision of the Tibetan Book of the Dead
"Tanka" means, literally, "a thing rolled up". Photographed from Tibetan scroll paintings of the sixteenth to nineteenth centuries, Tanka is a cyclical vision of ancient gods and demons, an animated journey through the image world of the Tibetan Book of the Dead.
Tibetan Art AnimationReligious ImageryEsoteric ExplorationPhilosophical JourneyDreamlikeAncient MythologyVisually RichOtherworldlySymbolic
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What is Tanka rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Tanka?
0 h 9 min
Tanka runs 0 h 9 min.
What language is Tanka in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.