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The Magic Blade
2017·Movie
·1h 48min·
The Magic Blade fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Thrilling and spectacular
- Adrenaline8
- Spectacle8
- Tension7
Heart
Moving and wondrous
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos7
- Family Dynamics7
- Wonder7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
- Dark Humor1
World
Fantasy, mystery, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout visual style, cinematography, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
Energy
HighThrilling and spectacular
The Magic Blade is thrilling, spectacular, and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and wondrous
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving and wondrous. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy, mystery, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, mystery, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style, cinematography, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style, cinematography, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
24 years ago, "God of Sabre" Yang Changfeng was double-crossed and murdered by someone close to him.
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What is The Magic Blade rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Magic Blade?
1 h 48 min
The Magic Blade runs 1 h 48 min.
What language is The Magic Blade in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
What tropes does The Magic Blade use?
You Killed My FatherBadass CapeClothing DamageSlashed ThroatHalf the Man He Used to BeSpin AttackPaper MasterFace Framed in ShadowFuro SceneTeeth-Clenched TeamworkMulti-Melee MasterRetired Badassand 33 more
TV Tropes lists 45 storytelling tropes for The Magic Blade, including You Killed My Father, Badass Cape, Clothing Damage.