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Rest on Your Shoulder
2011·Movie
·1h 33min·
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Romantic and melancholic
- Romance8
- Melancholy7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
World
Fantasy and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout cinematography and score
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Rest on Your Shoulder is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighRomantic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's romantic, melancholic, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and score
Look and sound: the cinematography and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
In an unspecified time when epidemics run rampant, botanist Yan Guo and his fiance-assistant Baobao move to Moon Island, a nature reserve, to research the curing properties of rare plants. As is customary, they pray to the magical Eros Tree to cement their love, unaware that they have to undergo a severe trial, in which Baobao must remain unseen to Yan for three years in exchange for his life.
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Is Rest on Your Shoulder worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Rest on Your Shoulder?
1 h 33 min
Rest on Your Shoulder runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is Rest on Your Shoulder in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Japan, China, Hong Kong SAR China.