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Acquaintance
2020·Movie
·1h 15min·
Acquaintance fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Romance6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Acquaintance is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Hwa-in, a beautiful woman who ran a lighting shop at a young age, woke up in the forest. She lost all her memories in an instant... and while being hit by the rain, as if drawn by her instinct, she enters a luxury mansion. One woman and two men greet her. She beings to feel fear from the man who sneaks and peeps at her as if she's being stalked.
MysteryPsychological ThrillerAmnesiaContemporaryIntrigueSuspenseIsolationStalker
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Is Acquaintance worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Acquaintance rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Acquaintance?
1 h 15 min
Acquaintance runs 1 h 15 min.
What language is Acquaintance in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.