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Chinese Zodiac
2012·Movie
·2h 3min·PG-13·
Chinese Zodiac fingerprint
Relentless energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Fast Pace9
- Spectacle9
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wonder6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of slapstick
- Physical Comedy8
- Situational Comedy4
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Kept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout cinematography and editing
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Music Composition7
Energy
Very highPulse-pounding and breakneck
Fast from start to finish.
Chinese Zodiac is pulse-pounding, breakneck, and epic.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumKept in the background
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, 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.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and editing
Look and sound: the cinematography and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Twelve heads. Five continents. One man.
Asian Hawk leads a mercenary team to recover several lost artifacts from the Old Summer Palace, the bronze heads of the twelve Chinese Zodiac animals which were sacked by the French and British armies from the imperial Summer Palace in Beijing in 1860. Assisted by a Chinese student and a Parisian woman, Hawk stops at nothing to accomplish the mission.
Action-AdventureArtifact RecoveryMercenary TeamChinese ZodiacStolen TreasuresInternational HeistExotic LocationsDaredevil StuntsHistorical Context
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Is Chinese Zodiac worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 25%, and Metacritic 29). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Chinese Zodiac rated?
PG-13Violence
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Chinese Zodiac?
2 h 3 min
Chinese Zodiac runs 2 h 3 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Chinese Zodiac?
Critics27
Audiences44
Not quite. Audiences rate Chinese Zodiac higher (44) than critics (27). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Chinese Zodiac a box office hit?
Budget$26 million
Box office$171 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $26 million to make and earned $171 million worldwide, 6.6 times its budget.
What language is Chinese Zodiac in?
cnChineseEnglishFrenchSpanishRussian
It was made in cn, with some Chinese, English, French, Spanish, Russian. Produced in China, Hong Kong SAR China.
In how many countries can I watch Chinese Zodiac?
76
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