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Butterflies
2021·Movie
·43min·
Butterflies fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Society, the future, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Butterflies is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumSociety, the future, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, the future, and politics. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
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
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
In the near future, Taiwan has been occupied and became the province of an evil empire. Chased by the Regime, Yu escapes prison and meets Lien, a girl that will help her fleeing the country. However, their encounter will puzzle their plans and change their fate.
Dystopian ThrillerPolitical ResistanceNear-Future Sci-FiEscape NarrativeTense & SuspensefulSocial CommentaryAction-PackedCharacter-DrivenEast Asian Cinema
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Questions about Butterflies
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Is Butterflies worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Butterflies rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Butterflies?
0 h 43 min
Butterflies runs 0 h 43 min.
What language is Butterflies in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Taiwan.