7.3
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Punch fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
- Tension5
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
- Cringe Humor4
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wholesome, and moving. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and family. 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.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The colorful encounters of my turning point.
A deadbeat teacher helps an angry, aimless teenager find direction in life during his final year of high school.
Coming-of-Age StoryTeacher-Student RelationshipSocially ConsciousContemporary Korean CinemaCharacter-Driven NarrativeUnderdog StoryWholesome and HeartwarmingLife LessonsRedemption
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Questions about Punch
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Punch worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Punch rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Punch?
1 h 50 min
Punch runs 1 h 50 min.
Was Punch a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$34 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $34 million worldwide, 8.2 times its budget.
What language is Punch in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.
In how many countries can I watch Punch?
5
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Punch in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Punch use?
Corporal PunishmentShout-OutNo Name GivenA Minor KidroductionStreet PerformerHypocritical HumorJerk with a Heart of GoldThe Peeping TomNon-Indicative NameFallen-on-Hard-Times JobMissing MomInvulnerable Knucklesand 5 more
TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Punch, including Corporal Punishment, Shout-Out, No Name Given.