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Synesthesia
2005·Movie
·2h 2min·
Synesthesia fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Wonder4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
The mind, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue10
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Synesthesia is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological10Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Gaming9Video games and game culture.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue10Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
When wires cross, murder takes shape.
Shin is a professional voyeur who provides live camera feeds of everything from the street corner to the public toilet. He is also afflicted freakish phenomenon known as synesthesia - a glitch in his wiring puts his five senses in a blender and spits out something close to insanity. A high-profile murder propels him into a psychological odyssey in pursuit of Picasso - a serial killer, snuff peddler and fellow synesthete - who leaves deadly hidden messages in his victims' blood that only Shin can decipher. Lulling his victims into a trance with a spellbinding video game, Picasso leads Shin down a mysterious, hypnotic trail of death.
Psychological ThrillerSynesthesiaVoyeurismSerial KillerMysteryTechnology and HumanityGamingJapanese CinemaDarkIntrigue
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Is Synesthesia worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Synesthesia rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Synesthesia?
2 h 2 min
Synesthesia runs 2 h 2 min.
What language is Synesthesia in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.