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Dark Cat
1991·Movie
Dark Cat fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age5
- Wonder5
- Melancholy4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor5
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Mystery, fantasy, and the mind
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Dark Cat is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery, fantasy, and the mind
Its world is built around mystery, fantasy, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
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 Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Hyoi and Rui, two inhuman brothers with the powers of the Dark Cat, a spiritual martial art that allows them to sense supernatural beings and turn into cats, are caught up in a dilemma involving their Dark Cat master, Jakokubo, who plans to summon the evil in humans as a tremendous feast for himself and his power. What do a group of local high schoolers have to do with his nefarious plans, and will the Dark Cat brothers be able to save their newfound friends from certain danger?
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Questions about Dark Cat
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Is Dark Cat worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 4.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dark Cat rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Dark Cat?
0 h 50 min
Dark Cat runs 0 h 50 min.
What language is Dark Cat in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Dark Cat use?
Shapeshifting Excludes ClothingHotter and SexierAnimal EyesI See Dead PeopleBig Damn HeroesAdaptational WimpThe VampI Have Boobs, You Must Obey!I Have Boobs, You Must Obey!Heroic SacrificeSibling Yin-YangBody Horrorand 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Dark Cat, including Shapeshifting Excludes Clothing, Hotter and Sexier, Animal Eyes.