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Zhang side
2004·Movie
·1h 56min·
Zhang side fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Moving and hopeful
- Pathos7
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy2
World
A real life story, history, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumMoving and hopeful
Emotionally, it's moving, hopeful, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumA real life story, history, and society
Its world is built around a real life story, history, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking
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About
This film tells the story of Zhang Si De, a model of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. In the late period of the War of Resistance Against Japan, Yan'an was in a mass production movement. The service soldier Zhang Si De (Wu Jun) is honest, unspoken, never invites merits for doing good things, works hard and never complains, and devotes himself to the Chinese revolutionary cause.
Biographical DramaChinese HistoryWar of ResistanceSocial CommentaryModel SoldierPatriotismPropagandaHeartwarming
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Questions about Zhang side
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Zhang side worth watching?
45
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Zhang side rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Zhang side?
1 h 56 min
Zhang side runs 1 h 56 min.
Is Zhang side based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Zhang side in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese.