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Foreboding
2017·Movie
·2h 20min·
Foreboding fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder5
- Melancholy4
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor6
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
World
The mind, mystery, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Foreboding is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind, mystery, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, mystery, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Miyuki Asakawa tells her colleague Etsuko Yamagiwa that she has a ghost in her home. When Etsuko goes to Miyuki's home, there is only Miyuki's father there. Etsuko becomes worried about Miyuki's state of mind, and she takes Miyuki to the psychiatric hospital where her husband, Tatsuo, works. There, Miyuki receives a diagnosis that she lacks the concept of "family." Later, Etsuko tells Tatsuo that she is not comfortable with Dr. Jirō Makabe. Tatsuo introduced her to Dr. Makabe earlier at the hospital. Etsuko has a feeling of unease about her husband working with Dr. Makabe. One day, Etsuko hears Dr. Makabe state "I came to Earth to invade."
slow-burn mysterypsychological Sci-Fibody snatcher invasionexploration of human conceptsexistential dreaddomestic uneasesubtle horrorthought-provokingJapanese cinema
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Is Foreboding worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Foreboding rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Foreboding?
2 h 20 min
Foreboding runs 2 h 20 min.
What language is Foreboding in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.