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Dead Waves
2005·Movie
·1h 17min·
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Relentless energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and terrifying
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Scare9
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Family Dynamics4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
World
The mind, faith and meaning, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and terrifying
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Dead Waves is nerve-racking, terrifying, and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, faith and meaning, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, faith and meaning, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
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.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic8Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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When a television producer visits the home of a brother and sister to interview them for his series on paranormal phenomena, what first appears to be a simple case of psychopathology turns into a full-blown epidemic of demonic manifestation. To his horror he realizes that he is not only a witness to the blossoming insanity, filming each scream and horrific expression, but that he and his technology have been intricately tied to the cause and conduit of its spread…
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Is Dead Waves worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 4.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dead Waves rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Dead Waves?
1 h 17 min
Dead Waves runs 1 h 17 min.
What language is Dead Waves in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.