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Black Butterfly
1960·Movie
·1h 29min·
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High energy, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis6
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
History and crime
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Black Butterfly is thrilling, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumHistory and crime
Its world is built around history and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh 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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
Lau Leung-wah plays the titled character, a Chinese Robin Hood who robs the rich to help the poor. She is an early Republican Era Mulan, who switches effortlessly between charming gentility and agile ferocity, and Lau personifies her character's duality with a balance of grace and vigour. Chang Cheh, on the verge of fostering seismic changes in cinema with his martial-arts machismo, pens a script that captures the spirit of changing Chinese womanhood, underscored by a conflict between Black Butterfly and her father, a veteran detective.
Chinese Robin HoodEarly Republican EraFemale ProtagonistAction & HeroismSocial JusticeFamily ConflictNostalgic SettingChanging Womanhood
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Questions about Black Butterfly
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Black Butterfly worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Black Butterfly rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Black Butterfly?
1 h 29 min
Black Butterfly runs 1 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Black Butterfly?
Critics40
Audiences42
Yes. Critics average 40 and audiences 42 out of 100, so both groups see Black Butterfly much the same way.
What language is Black Butterfly in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
What tropes does Black Butterfly use?
Purple Is PowerfulJust Like Robin HoodRetired BadassMen Are the Expendable GenderIn the BackDeadly DiscSword FightWire FuDavid vs. GoliathAction GirlCalling CardSet Swords to "Stun"and 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Black Butterfly, including Purple Is Powerful, Just Like Robin Hood, Retired Badass.