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One Cut in the Life
2020·Movie
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
One Cut in the Life is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
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.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A rampage at a university, the students Yuka and Mai are frozen with fear. At gunpoint, the two perpetrators try to force them to decide which of them must die next. In a moment of distraction, Mai tries to escape but is badly injured by a shot in the back. After the killers have moved on, a student, Hayashi Yuka, comes to the rescue. But even as they try to save Mai together, the killers return. Hayashi is driven to an act of desperation that leaves him with deep wounds.
Japanese Crime ThrillerPsychological TensionRampageBleakContemporary RealismViolentTraumaDesperation
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What is One Cut in the Life rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is One Cut in the Life?
1 h 17 min
One Cut in the Life runs 1 h 17 min.
What language is One Cut in the Life in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.