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Hope

2020·Movie
1h 48min
69
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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Kazuto Ishikawa is a first-class architect. He is married to Kiyomi. They have a son, Tadashi, who attends high school and a daughter, Miyabi, who attends middle school. They live together in a refined home, designed by Kazuto. An injury causes Tadashi to quit playing soccer. Since that time, Tadashi often stays out all night without permission. One evening, Tadashi leaves home and does not return. Kazuto and Kiyomi become worried about their son and consider going to the police. News then reveals the murder of Tadashi's classmate. The police suspect that Tadashi might be involved in the murder.
Family DramaCrime MysteryPsychological ThrillerMoral DilemmaParental AnxietyGuilt and SuspicionJapanese CinemaSlow Burn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Hope worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hope rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Hope?

1 h 48 min

Hope runs 1 h 48 min.

Is Hope based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is Hope in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

What tropes does Hope use?

Advertising by AssociationCar FuOne-Word Title

TV Tropes lists 3 storytelling tropes for Hope, including Advertising by Association, Car Fu, One-Word Title.