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Bath House of Whales
2019·Movie
85
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Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Awe-inspiring and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Wonder9
- Wholesome8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Everyday modern life, family, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Dialogue Quality5
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumAwe-inspiring and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's awe-inspiring, wholesome, and hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue2Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Psychedelic6Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Mizuki Kiyama's short animation utilizes a paint on glass technique to render a young girl's visit to a neighborhood sento (bath house) with her mother with dazzling sensuous wonder. Evoking childish fascination at daily rituals, this quotidian act amidst feminine intimacy becomes a space of otherworldly fantasy.
Paint-on-Glass AnimationDreamlike Sento VisitFeminine IntimacyChildhood FascinationSensuous WonderEveryday RitualsOtherworldly FantasyJapanese BathhouseShort Film
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Is Bath House of Whales worth watching?
85
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How long is Bath House of Whales?
0 h 7 min
Bath House of Whales runs 0 h 7 min.
What language is Bath House of Whales in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.