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Borderless
2021·Show
·10Episodes in1Season·
Borderless fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age8
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up and family.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever 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
MediumEveryday modern life, mystery, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and growing up. 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.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Nao, a high school girl living a self-proclaimed "normal" life, is one day approached by her mysterious classmate Kiri in the school library. Kiri invites Nao to come with her to visit a scene of a murder in Kiri's neighborhood which she's using as inspiration to write a novel. Meanwhile, sisters Haru and Kei, witness their father being beaten by someone on their mountain cottage. The sister flee, only to be chased by the attacker.
Kotone works at a coffee shop run by her father after failing the entrance exam for music college. She works with her childhood friend Kazushi and the atmosphere is pleasant. Her younger sister Kanon is worried about Kotone, but spends her days devoted to her band. A mysterious girl stands on her balcony in the rain. What is beyond the gate that looks at? These four stories will intersect, as the boundaries between each girl gradually become borderless.
~~ Adapted from the novel "Borderless" by Tetsuya Honda.
(Source: MyDramaList)
Intertwined StoriesMystery ThrillerPsychological DramaYouth Coming-of-AgeCrime & SuspenseAtmosphericCharacter-DrivenNon-Linear NarrativeIntriguing Plot
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Crew
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Questions about Borderless
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
What is Borderless rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Borderless have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 10 episodes and is still in production.
When did Borderless air?
S1
It started in 2021 and is still in production.
What language is Borderless in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Borderless use?
A Taste of Their Own MedicineIt's for a BookOrdinary High-School StudentAsshole VictimMistaken IdentityDistant FinalePostmodernismTragic KeepsakeRape as DramaLonely Rich KidStalker with a CrushBland-Name Productand 15 more
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Borderless, including A Taste of Their Own Medicine, It's for a Book, Ordinary High-School Student.